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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][b]We were point blank told at two college visits that test optional is driving up the mean to levels that most cannot achieve and that we should expect schools to change to test blind or not consider it in 3-4 years.  [/b]

That doesn’t help us since our kids are graduating in 2-3 years.

My oldest is tracking around 1450 on practice tests which I think is a great score and has him only missing a couple of questions which, often upon reviewing, he realizes right away his mistake. It seems unfortunate to me that that isn’t a strong enough score to submit at the most competitive schools but so be it.  [/quote]

Stupid. They should go back to requiring it. This will give just another added dimension to verify kid's ability, along with AP exam results.

HS are too different. Grade inflation is very real (and deflation at some HS).

The past few years, they just keep taking away 'merit indicators' and filling it with gobbly-gook wishy washy essays.[/quote]

People love the "it has always been this way " status quo.

Test Optional is the new admissions paradigm ( 80%+ of schools and counting).

The OPTION to submit a standardized test. Or not.

Your choice.[/quote]

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