I attend the University of New Orleans, am 35 years old (was 32 when I began attending there) and never took my SATs. Most 4 year Universities and colleges have a policy of accepting older students, without the need for SATs.
For myself, all I had to do was apply, provide high school transcripts, and then take a placement tests-- I was fortunate, because I did well in the English portion of the test (which was to write an essay) which enabled me to pass through the entry level class and go right into the advanced class. Math, on the other hand, I did poorly in (when I was in school we did what was called the "old math", and had no use of calculators) and I had to start out in "Developmental Math" (pre-college algebra).
So contact the University of your choice, or college of your choice, and speak to someone in the Admissions Department, and ask them exactly what you do or do not have to have.
Good luck-- it is very hard to enter college after years of not being in school, however the end results are well worth the effort.
2006-08-28 02:10:36
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answered by AnAvidViewer 3
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I'm older than 28, and have a daughter who is a junior in high school, who is preparing for college. Many colleges don't require the SAT's, and like everyone else has said, I know many schools also have provisions for "adult" students who are returning to finish their degree. I would contact either the community college where you took the classes, or simply call or go to the admissions office of the university you're interested in attending. I'm sure an admissions officer would be more than willing to sit down with you, go over your transcripts, etc., and let you know if there are any gaps that you would need to fill in prior to admission. You would need high school, and any colleges/universities you have attended.
2006-08-28 09:21:10
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answered by basketcase88 7
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You can apply anywhere, and most will probably accept you with proven credit hours from a local comm. college. Most universities also make provisions for older, returning students, and that often means not having to take national, standardized tests. Follow your dream and finish that college degree! You'll never regret it! Best wishes!
2006-08-28 09:03:44
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answered by Sugar Pie 7
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You still need to take the SATs. I got 2 perfect scores in math and reading, but my writing score was only 720, for a total of 2320. I only read this SAT guide, and that is how I got such high scores:
http://www.guideparadise.com/index.php?option=com_guides&task=buy&id=6
I recommend this guide to anyone seeking to get a higher score to get into a first choice college.
2006-08-28 17:44:45
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answered by jupitertitaneuropa 6
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Well, you can still take the SATs, there is no age limit. And I am pretty sure your credits would transfer, but it would depend on the school you go to.
2006-08-28 09:03:09
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answered by keiko 2
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