Many students take the SAT during the fall or spring of their junior year. You can also take it in the fall of your senior year. Just watch out for application and scholarship deadlines!
You'll earn a Critical Reading, Math and Writing score. Each section is scored on a 200 to 800-point scale. The national average score per section is 500.
Yes. If you finish the test and think you want to cancel your scores, you should ask the test supervisor for a "Request to Cancel Test Scores" form. You can submit the completed form immediately at the testing center, or you can think about it for a day or two before mailing it to ETS. However, ETS must receive your request form no later than the Wednesday after the test.
The weight placed on SAT scores varies from school to school. Colleges and universities also consider high school GPA and academic transcript, letters of recommendation, interviews, and personal essays when deciding on admissions. In addition, virtually all U.S. colleges and universities will accept ACT scores in lieu of SAT scores. For more specific information about the weight of your scores, contact the admissions offices at the schools you apply to.
From a dark and cold place. Not really. It comes from the Educational Testing Service (ETS). ETS is paid by The College Board to create the test. Both groups are private companies.
Registration deadlines fall approximately five weeks before each test date. To register by mail, fill out the registration form in the College Board's 'Bulletin for the SAT Program.' You can get a free copy of this publication from your school's guidance counselor. Or you can call ETS at 609-771-7600 and they'll send you one free of charge. You can also register online at collegeboard.com.
Yes. Calculator use is allowed, but not required.
SAT U.S. Test Dates and Registration Deadlines | ||
| Test Date | Regular Reg. | Late Reg. |
| Oct. 6, 2007 | Sep. 10, 2007 | Sep. 14, 2007 |
| Dec. 1, 2007 | Oct. 30, 2007 | Nov. 8, 2007 |
| Jan. 26, 2008 | Dec. 26, 2007 | Jan. 4, 2008 |
| March 1, 2008 | Jan. 29, 2008 | Feb. 7, 2008 |
| May 3, 2008 | April 1, 2008 | April 10, 2008 |
| June 7, 2008 | May 6, 2008 | May 15, 2008 |
How is the SAT scored?
You'll earn a Critical Reading, Math and Writing score. Each section is scored on a 200 to 800-point scale. The national average score per section is 500.
Can I cancel my scores?
Yes. If you finish the test and think you want to cancel your scores, you should ask the test supervisor for a "Request to Cancel Test Scores" form. You can submit the completed form immediately at the testing center, or you can think about it for a day or two before mailing it to ETS. However, ETS must receive your request form no later than the Wednesday after the test.
How important are SAT scores?
The weight placed on SAT scores varies from school to school. Colleges and universities also consider high school GPA and academic transcript, letters of recommendation, interviews, and personal essays when deciding on admissions. In addition, virtually all U.S. colleges and universities will accept ACT scores in lieu of SAT scores. For more specific information about the weight of your scores, contact the admissions offices at the schools you apply to.
Where does the SAT come from?
From a dark and cold place. Not really. It comes from the Educational Testing Service (ETS). ETS is paid by The College Board to create the test. Both groups are private companies.
When should I start prepping?
Give yourself at least four to eight weeks.How do I register for the SAT?
Registration deadlines fall approximately five weeks before each test date. To register by mail, fill out the registration form in the College Board's 'Bulletin for the SAT Program.' You can get a free copy of this publication from your school's guidance counselor. Or you can call ETS at 609-771-7600 and they'll send you one free of charge. You can also register online at collegeboard.com.
