SAT

What is the 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. 

Fee Waivers 

Eligibility

SAT fee waivers are available to low-income 11th and 12th grade students in the U.S. or U.S. territories. U.S. citizens living outside the country may be able to have test fees waived. SAT Subject Test fee waivers are available for students in grades 9–12.

You're eligible for fee waivers if you say "yes" to any of the following:

• You're enrolled in or eligible to participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).

• Your annual family income falls within the Income Eligibility Guidelines set by the USDA Food and Nutrition Service.

• You're enrolled in a federal, state, or local program that aids students from low-income families (e.g., Federal TRIO programs such as Upward Bound).

• Your family receives public assistance.

• You live in federally subsidized public housing or a foster home, or are homeless.

• You are a ward of the state or an orphan.

How to Access Fee Waivers

You can reach out to your college adviser to find out if you are eligible and how to access SAT fee waivers at your school. 

Source: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/fees/fee-waivers

What to Bring on Test Day 

What you need to get in the door:

• Admission ticket (this MUST be printed out beforehand)

• A valid photo ID

• A face covering (if required by the testing location)

What you need to take the test:

• No. 2 pencils with erasers (bring at least 2)

• An acceptable calculator with extra batteries (Click here to learn about acceptable calculators) 

What you might want to bring:

• A watch to keep track of time (make sure their is no audible alarm)

• Drinks and snacks (for the break)

• A backpack or bag

FREE SAT Prep Resources

Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/sat

Free Practice Tests: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/practice/full-length-practice-tests

Interpreting Scores 

CollegeBoard breaks down scores here: 

https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/scores/understanding-scores/interpreting

How to Send Test Scores

1. Sign into your CollegeBoard account and click "Send Scores" 

2. You can send 4 scores for free at the time of registration

3. If you are using a waiver, you may send as many scores as you would like for free 

Click here for more info: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/scores/sending-scores/how-to-send

COVID-19 Updates

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