SAT superscore calculator
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Enter your section scores from each SAT you've taken. The calculator finds your superscore, your highest Reading and Writing score plus your highest Math score across test dates, and compares it with your best single sitting. Colleges that superscore use the first number; colleges that don't use the second, or all your scores.
How superscoring works
| Reading and Writing | Math | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| March | 650 | 600 | 1250 |
| October | 610 | 680 | 1290 |
| Superscore | 650 | 680 | 1330 |
Superscoring here adds 40 points compared with the best single test. To be superscored, send the scores from both dates. More detail in our guide to SAT superscoring and Score Choice.
Which colleges superscore?
Each college sets its own policy: some superscore, some use your highest single sitting, some consider all scores, and some are test-optional. Check each college's admissions website before deciding which scores to send. Score Choice lets you choose test dates to send, but not individual sections from different dates.
Planning a retake
If your colleges superscore, a retake can focus on your weaker section, because your best score in the other section is kept. Use our SAT study plan generator to plan the weeks before a retake, and a free practice test to check where you are now.
Sending scores
Score Choice lets you choose which test dates to send to each college, but each send includes the whole SAT from that date: you can't send just your Math score from one date. If a college superscores, send every date that contains one of your best section scores. Some colleges ask for all scores, so follow each college's own instructions.
Is a retake worth it?
A retake is most worth it when one section is clearly weaker than the other, your colleges superscore, and you have time to prepare differently from last time. Retaking without changing how you prepare rarely moves the score much. Look at which skills cost you points, practise those specifically, and take a timed practice test before the real one.
Frequently asked questions
Do colleges see all my scores if I superscore?
They see the scores from every test date you send. Score Choice lets you choose which dates to send, unless a college asks for all of them.
What SAT scores can I enter?
Section scores from 200 to 800 in steps of 10, as they appear on your score report. Leave unused rows empty.
Does superscoring use my best total or best sections?
Best sections: the highest Reading and Writing score and the highest Math score, from any of the dates you send.
What is an SAT superscore?
Your highest Reading and Writing score plus your highest Math score, which can come from different test dates.
Do all colleges accept superscores?
No. Policies vary, so check each college's admissions website.
Can I superscore the PSAT?
No. Superscoring is a college admissions policy for the SAT.
Sources
- Can I choose to send only part of my SAT score?. College Board.
- What You Need to Know About Sending Your SAT Scores. College Board BigFuture.
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