ACT/SAT
COVID-19 Testing Update
NOTE: The inability to take a college entrance exam is a national issue and most of the Class of 2021 was not able to sit for the SAT or ACT exam. Due to this, many colleges and universities around the nation have made changes to their admissions policies as well as merit-based scholarship policies. For the most up to date information about these updates, please refer to the college or university websites or reach out to your counselor.
For a quick reference to schools that have dedicated to test-optional policies, please refer to the
SAT
The SAT School Day w/ Writing Test is the Illinois State Assessment and is required to graduate from an Illinois high school.
SAT National Test Registration : Olympia's School Code is 142-942. Olympia is not a National Test Center. For information on locations, visit SAT Test Center Locations.
SAT Cost - NOTE: Students may qualify for a fee waiver based on family income. Contact the counseling office for more information.
Free SAT Prep through College Board is available through Khan Academy at the following link (SAT Practice). Students can link their College Board account to Khan Academy for personalized test prep.
Download the SAT Practice App through College Board for easy daily practice!
ACT
ACT National Test Registration: Olympia's School Code is 142-942. The ACT is not offered at Olympia but is offered at numerous locations in our area. For information on locations, visit ACT Test Center Locations
Taking the Test
ACT Prep Options:
Compare the ACT to the SAT ***PLEASE NOTE: This resource is provided by College Board, the company that owns the SAT***
Other Test Prep Options
**PLEASE NOTE: None of these options are affiliated with Olympia High School. They serve as known resources in our area. Better Prep Success - Fall 2021 Courses
Heartland College Prep: Offered at various times throughout the school year
Khan Academy (SAT)
Sylvan Learning Center of Normal