I have taken courses from two top private high schools, and one top public high school. I however have never taken the SATs, or ACT. It has been a number of years since passing my high school. I am wondering if I have a chance at being accepted to Harvard, Yale, or Brown if I apply. I know they select very few people overall, yet I have an overall excellent education record, great job, and I am related to someone who has taught at Harvard. I also have many people who would recommend me including a world renowed psychologist(He taught me psychology). My uncle also went to Harvard. If I apply, does anyone know if they would even look at me with no SAT or ACT test scores?
Thanks
2006-08-21 15:29:09 · 4 answers · asked by Ted B 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Nope. They wouldn't. You need a number. In this case a bad score would be better than no score. The reason for this is that they have computer files that show completed application and its components. Without a complete application, there is no looking at your application.
2006-08-21 15:42:39 · answer #1 · answered by emp04 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not sure about your chances, but it's worth a try. What do you have to loose? I had gone to college, then I ended up leaving to work, and after several years I returned to school. I didn't shoot for any Ivy League schools, but I never indicated my SAT score when applying at the university I chose. One thing that works to your benefit is most schools don't put as much weight into those testing scores today as it's not necessarily a reflection of your education aptitude, but I'd imagine the schools you're looking will have completely different guidelines than what I'd seen. It doesn't hurt to call and talk to an adviser, so good luck and just go for it.
2006-08-21 15:44:47 · answer #2 · answered by Rexy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, I am currently a Harvard student, and to apply you must have SAT or ACT scores sent to the University. You sound like you have a good shot, just take the test, in four hours it will all be over.
You can check out their policy at www.harvard.edu/admissions
2006-08-23 07:28:04 · answer #3 · answered by jfishica 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The SAT and ACT are college entrance exams. There is no way you can get in without them.
2006-08-21 16:08:59 · answer #4 · answered by aSnxbByx113 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋