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Author Topic: Admissions: Are SAT/ACT scores really optional for transfers?  (Read 859 times)

rmatai

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Admissions: Are SAT/ACT scores really optional for transfers?
« on: September 05, 2008, 09:39 AM »
Does JHU take scores from SAT tests that were completed after high school?
My critical reading was very close to perfect, but my math score was not nearly as good.

Admissions_Daniel

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Admissions: Are SAT/ACT scores really optional for transfers?
« Reply #1 on: September 06, 2008, 11:01 AM »
Quote from: "rmatai"
Does JHU take scores from SAT tests that were completed after high school?
My critical reading was very close to perfect, but my math score was not nearly as good.
SAT or ACT scores are optional for transfer applicants. There is no minimum SAT or ACT score that is required, should you choose to submit those scores.

One may submit choose to submit standardized test scores either taken during high school or after high school - the scores will be reviewed the same way. Do note though that scores are only relevant if taken within three years of applying. Scores taken later than 3 years will not be considered for admission.

JHU_Tanya

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Admissions: Are SAT/ACT scores really optional for transfers?
« Reply #2 on: September 16, 2008, 07:16 PM »
Just to confirm what Admissions_Daniel had mentioned, YES, SAT/ACT scores really are optional.  ;)

Note, however, each individual transfer applicant is different and it is important to carefully evaluate your strengths and weaknesses specifically demonstrated by your high school record, college transcript, and professional resume.

For example, if you are applying for sophmore transfer with a limited collegiate academic record, it might be beneficial to submit your SAT/ACT scores. If you are applying for junior transfer, with a stellar college record (academic and extracurricular), and 'no-so-great' college examination scores, you might consider taking advantage of the "optional" option.
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laurab

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Admissions: Are SAT/ACT scores really optional for transfers?
« Reply #3 on: November 23, 2010, 02:41 PM »
I will be applying as a transfer student, though I graduated from Hopkins in 94.  Do I need to retake any standardized tests since a lot has changed since I took mine in 1978?

Admissions_Daniel

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Admissions: Are SAT/ACT scores really optional for transfers?
« Reply #4 on: November 24, 2010, 09:54 AM »
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I will be applying as a transfer student, though I graduated from Hopkins in 94.  Do I need to retake any standardized tests since a lot has changed since I took mine in 1978?
As stated above, SAT/ACT and other standardized exams are optional for transfer applicants. Do note that if you choose to submit standardized exams they are only considered relevant if taken in the past three years.

It seems from your question that you are seeking a second bachelor's degree. Though you may choose to apply as a transfer student to seek a second bachelor's, I would suggest you also check out these programs that are designed for adult students:

Advanced Academic Programs: http://advanced.jhu.edu/
Engineering Programs for Professionals: http://ep.jhu.edu/
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