Students can indicate if they plan to apply or applied Test Optional, and counselors can take this action on their behalf. Take a closer look!
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Test Optional is when a college doesn’t require test scores to be submitted as part of the application. Instead, they give students the option to include them or not.
Using Scoir as the application method, students can already indicate when applying Test Optional. Now, we’re adding that functionality when using other methods!
Once a student marks a college as Applying, they're asked to choose the application method and round. Now, they can also toggle on Test Optional to indicate they don’t intend to share test scores.
Edit this decision by going to My Colleges > choose the college you wish to change the response > select to edit the application.
From there, toggle off Test Optional!
Students can also confirm their Test Optional decision for colleges in the Applied column to ensure outcomes are accurately reflected.
Counselors also can record Test Optional applications on behalf of the student.
Coming soon, we'll be making improvements to how application outcomes are collected by students and counselors!
We want to help you demystify the world of college admissions testing. To get more details on different testing types, submission processes, and tips for preparation, check out the following resources:
Val Russell is a Senior Manager of Product Marketing at Scoir. She's spent 12+ years helping products find their voice. She has a knack for translating the complex into the compelling, and has had a hand in more launches than she can count. From shaping messaging frameworks to running campaigns that actually move the needle, she's most at home where strategy meets storytelling.
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