I am hearing more rumblings that this is true, and I've received internal information from advisors/counselors within the institution.

I am still tracking down the specifics, but as I understand it, it will start with the class of 2028 (current juniors).

Tell your contacts at A&M to start taking superscores so we don't artificially look bad compared to everybody else.

Buck Turgidson said:

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Tell your contacts at A&M to start taking superscores so we don't artificially look bad compared to everybody else.

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Lol. I had to explain to them how far we're behind with this decision and that even LSU arrived to this decision before us.

The word I also received is that this may expand to every public institution across Texas. Some specifics are still being worked out, but this decision sounds as if it came from above TAMU, more likely from our state legislators.

However, it should be sorted out soon and with communications going to all the high school counselors with more guidance.

So I wanted to come back to this post since word is spreading that this is indeed happening, starting with the class of 2028 (current juniors).

I know lots of families read these posts, so here are a few practical takeaways for parents navigating high school course selection and test prep:

• 1. Do not let your student drop to on-level math. Even if they are nervous about their GPA, on-level math tracks in Texas high schools do not sufficiently prepare students for college-level rigor or the expectations on admissions tests. Keep them in advanced tracks, swallow the pride, and get tutoring if necessary.

• 2. Classroom grades do not translate directly to SAT/ACT math. We regularly see kids with a 93-95 in Advanced Pre-Cal post SAT math scores in the mid-500s. The SAT tests deep conceptual algebra under time constraints, while the ACT tests a broader net of fundamental math (ratios, proportions, word problems) with real-world application. If they don't have deep foundational mastery, high school grades won't mask it on test day.

• 3. Establish a baseline early. Have them take an early diagnostic or review their PSAT results as early as sophomore year. If there are foundational gaps, remediate them first (summer programs, tutoring, math centers) before jumping into test-taking tricks and strategy.

If anyone has questions about course selection, SAT vs. ACT, or navigating the updated admissions landscape, I'm happy to answer them in the thread or via DM.

double b said:

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So I wanted to come back to this post since word is spreading that this is indeed happening, starting with the class of 2028 (current juniors).

I know lots of families read these posts, so here are a few practical takeaways for parents navigating high school course selection and test prep:

• 1. Do not let your student drop to on-level math. Even if they are nervous about their GPA, on-level math tracks in Texas high schools do not sufficiently prepare students for college-level rigor or the expectations on admissions tests. Keep them in advanced tracks, swallow the pride, and get tutoring if necessary.

• 2. Classroom grades do not translate directly to SAT/ACT math. We regularly see kids with a 9395 in Advanced Pre-Cal post SAT math scores in the mid-500s. The SAT tests deep conceptual algebra under time constraints, while the ACT tests a broader net of fundamental math (ratios, proportions, word problems) with real-world application. If they don't have deep foundational mastery, high school grades won't mask it on test day.

• 3. Establish a baseline early. Have them take an early diagnostic or review their PSAT results as early as sophomore year. If there are foundational gaps, remediate them first (summer programs, tutoring, math centers) before jumping into test-taking tricks and strategy.

If anyone has questions about course selection, SAT vs. ACT, or navigating the updated admissions landscape, I'm happy to answer them in the thread or via DM.

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Great advice as always!