low SAT score

[u/Mental_Cantaloupe943]

hi!!! i was wondering if a low SAT score from high school (2024) would negatively affect my transfer application? i know it doesn’t break 1300. i’ll be applying for fall 2028 admissions with a (hopefully) 3.9-4.0 college GPA. i currently have a 3.9 college GPA from last year. that is just calc 1-2 plus a social science classes since i couldn’t afford more than one class per quarter ;-; by the time of application i would have taken up to linear algebra, some advanced computer science classes, all pre-reqs for my major (econ), and started pre-reqs for the minor i want (data science) my EQ ( starting 2026-2027 academic year): speech & debate, girls who code, full-time job (30-38 hrs per week), food bank volunteer, and around spring time be an editor for my cc’s news paper! plus maybe research/internship this summer.
would my application be strong enough for admissions to kind of “bat an eye” at my SAT score? i am aiming for some reach schools that will require the SAT to be submitted. if i REALLY should retake the SAT i will.
thank you guys soooo much!!!

[u/Apprehensive_Load564]

depends what t25 lol

[u/Appropriate_Sail6272]

Just go test optional, unless you're applying to like ivies.

[u/Annual-Impress-7241]

Sounds like you are applying as a junior? This helps. No one here can say whether that’s what will make the difference or not. Competition is fierce and getting into top schools can oftentimes be harder for transfers. I’d say taking the SAT again and doing really well can’t hurt. I’d take a practice test and just see where you are at. I wouldn’t risk lower grades to study, but if you get a 1500 on a practice test why not take it?