SAT

SAT Information

Purpose:

The SAT is a measure of the critical thinking skills needed for academic success in college. The SAT assesses analytical and problem-solving skills learned in high school that is needed for college. Each section of the SAT is scored on a scale of 200-800, plus two writing sub-scores for multiple choice and the essay. The tests include Critical Reading, Math and Writing. There are additionally SAT Subject Tests (SAT II) that are only required by selected schools and most students will not have to take. Registration is required for the SAT; students register at www.collegeboard.org

Registration is NOT required for the State SAT, which is given during the school day.

Who takes the SAT?

11th and 12th grade students.

Is the SAT test optional or required?

The SAT test is optional, however, college-bound students may need to take it as an admission requirement for some colleges and universities.

What areas does the SAT test cover?

• Critical Reading sections: Reading Passages and Sentence Completion
• Math sections: Arithmetic Operations, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics and Probability
• Writing Skills section: Identify errors and improving Grammar and Usage

Test Registration

*State SAT administered to ALL JUNIORS during the school day (April 10th, 2018); no registration required.

SAT Testing dates can also be found here: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register

How do I register for the SAT?

Students must sign-up on the SAT website (www.collegeboard.org). Under very special circumstances only, a student can register by mail (http://sat.collegeboard.org/register/how-to-register).

            Test Fees:

• SAT with Essay - $57.00
• SAT without Essay - $45.00
• Late Registration Fee – Additional $28.00
  • Registration Tip: At the time of registration student may indicate 4 colleges to which they would like their SAT score sent at no additional charge. We recommend that students take advantage of this service, as the cost is covered by the registration fee. Four registration score reports are available up to nine days after the test date. If a student wishes to wait until after the test to send scores, the cost is $12 per test date/per report.
  • Students must upload a photo as part of their online registration.
    • http://sat.collegeboard.org/register/photo-requirements)

Score Delivery Dates

SAT Scores will be available to students beginning on the dates listed below.

• Oct. 7 test date: Oct. 31 score delivery
• Nov. 4 test date: Nov. 28 score delivery
• Dec. 2 test date: Dec. 26 score delivery
• Mar. 10 test date: April 10 score delivery
• May 5 test date: May 24 score delivery
• June 2 test date: July 11score delivery

How do I receive my SAT test scores?

Student scores will be available for on-line viewing on the student’s SAT account 5 weeks after the test. If a student would also like a paper score report, it must be requested when they register.