The SAT II Subject Tests are paramount for top-tier students and their respective college applications. Because college admissions have become extremely competitive with more students applying to colleges than ever before, more weight is placed on SAT II scores. Moreover, SAT II Subject Tests show off students’ interests and passions; the tests also illuminate a student’s propensity to go above and beyond the minimum requirements. Lastly, top-tier universities highly recommend (or require) applicants to take these hour-long exams.