SAT Scores

Hi Shreesh,
When you give your SAT, the scores will be automatically sent to the universities you choose. The university will evaluate your overall application alongwith SAT and decide whether to give you scholarship or not, they will compare your application with other applicants and will check if you deserve a spot in their university. It's an internal decision and many factors like scores, academic percentile, extracurricular activities etc are checked. Its on merit basis basically. Visit university websites and read about the financial aid. Some top universities may give on financial background but rare. To be in a competitive zone try to aim for a score of 1500 and above in SAT. Also, you should take the SAT subject test.

Hi Nomaan,
Your scores are not very competitive so you must target colleges below 30 for better admission chances and scholarship. You must also note that the applications are checked holistically that is your overall profile. I hope your extracurricular activities are strong and you have a good overall profile. The question you are asking is difficult to answer because I have no idea about your whole profile. Even if you take help from a study abroad counselor they will ask you the detailed profile. So you can check a counselling service, they will check your profile and select universities close to your profile. Check with Shiksha , they have a free study abroad service.

Hi Yash,
They will consider you if you clear your SAT and TOEFL. If you are confused you can apply towards what is called and undeclared major in USA. You can apply to a Bachelor's degree but not declaring any specific concentration or specialization. You can later choose after you have explored the courses, subjects and also you will know your aptitude an interest. This will also depend on your test scores and academic performance. The universities have specific academic counselors who will guide you. As of now you have to work very hard on your SAT and TOEFL so that you get admission. You should also get involved in extracurricular activities like sports, community services, project work and some unique hobbies to showcase in your application.