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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]DS is being recruited by JHU.  Was told by the coach that they want to see 1500/34 and top 10% of HS class.[/quote]

JHU = D3
Not the same answer for D1 schools. [/quote]

We were told the same for the Ivies (D1 schools).[/quote]

So if I am understanding correctly, despite the test-optional policy, we should expect that the Ivy League schools reaching out to our student-athlete ("top" sport like football/basketball/lacrosse) will request ACT/SAT scores?  Also, when should we expect Ivy League recruiting to end practically speaking?  End of junior year?  End of first semester senior year?

Thank you![/quote]

From what I have heard from moms I know with kids being recruited, the coach may ask for scores.  That’s different than the kid submitting the scores as part of the application.  I heard from one mom of a kid committed to play a sport at a “lower” ivy that he was told not to submit his 1400 SAT score.  I get that is anecdotal.  I suspect it is not the only time it has happened.  [/quote]

Thanks - we have a strong -GPA, poor test-taker and were hoping to not have to take a test.  [/quote]

The coaches will be clear with the recruit on requirements there. 
With really strong GPA athletes (with a difficult class load too), the coaches may selfishly want to see a score even if it isn't necessary since if both GPA and scores are strong, the student may not require much or any admissions bump, which allows them to recruit another kid too or give an additional recruit more "help" depending on team size. [/quote]

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