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title: I scored 1510 on the SAT. Will this strengthen my application for Economics at HKU, and can SAT Reading and Writing exempt me from IELTS?
description: "A 1510 SAT score can strengthen a competitive Economics application, especially alongside strong grades in Mathematics and Class 12. However, it does not guarantee admission. Check HKU’s current English-language policy before assuming that SAT Reading and Writing can replace IELTS."
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/study-in-hong-kong-6/"
updated: "2026-10-22"
category: Study in Hong Kong
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# I scored 1510 on the SAT. Will this strengthen my application for Economics at HKU, and can SAT Reading and Writing exempt me from IELTS?

A 1510 SAT score can strengthen a competitive Economics application, especially alongside strong grades in Mathematics and Class 12. However, it does not guarantee admission. Check HKU’s current English-language policy before assuming that SAT Reading and Writing can replace IELTS.