SAT, ACT, & ASVAB
About Standardized Testing...
As of currently, NJROTC Policy requires that to pass the course and earn CTE Completer Credit, cadets must take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) and earn a score of at least 31.
DID YOU KNOW?
If you qualify for Free & Reduced Meals, then you may be eligible to take the SAT and/or ACT Tests for free!
About the Tests!
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)
The SAT is an entrance exam used by most colleges and universities to make admissions decisions. The SAT is a multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test created and administered by the College Board.
Time: 3 hours
Sections: Math & Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
Cost: $55
Highest SAT Score: 1600
The American College Test (ACT)
The ACT is an entrance exam used by most colleges and universities to make admissions decisions. It is a multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test administered by ACT, Inc.
Time: 2 hours & 55 minutes
Sections: English, Math, Reading, Science, & Writing (optional)
Cost: $50.50 (WITHOUT writing) & $67 (WITH writing)
Highest ACT Score: 36
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB)
The ASVAB is a standardized test that reveals areas of strength and ability in science, math, and language. Taking the test is one of the first steps before you enlist. Once it’s over, you’ll get to find a job that matches up to your strengths.
Time: 3 - 4 hours
Sections: General science, Arithmetic reasoning, Word knowledge, Paragraph comprehension, Mathematics knowledge, Electronics information, Auto and shop information, & Mechanical comprehension.
Cost: $0
Highest ASVAB Score: 99
How do I Prepare?
Following your cadet's commitment to the Great Mills High School NJROTC, they are eligible to receive free SAT/ACT Study Material available through [program name]!
With a few simple steps, your cadet can begin preparing for exams in no time!
(Maybe add in Practice Exam Resources, or perhaps the idea of the mentoring system? Check with CO & OPSO about it, then run final by the SNSI & NSI. Status of mentoring is TBD!)