What is the SAT?
The SAT is a standardized paper-and-pencil test administered
by The College Board that measures your critical thinking skills.
It tests your ability to analyze and solve problems in math,
critical reading, and writing.
Who should take the SAT?
Juniors and Seniors. Most high school students take the SAT
for the first time in the Spring of their Junior year. This gives
them enough time to re-take the test again during the Fall of
their Senior year if they aren't satisfied with their score.
How is the SAT structured and timed?
The SAT is 3 hours and 45 minutes long and is divided into the
following sections:
· Two 25-minute
sections
· One 20-minute
section |
· Sentence
Completion
· Reading
Comprehension |
· 19
· 48 |
· Two 25-minute
sections
· One 10-minute
section |
· Multiple
Choice
· Grid-Ins |
· 44
· 10 |
· One 25-minute
section
· One 10-minute
section
· One 25-minute
essay |
· Identifying
Sentence
Errors
· Improving
Sentences
· Improving
Paragraphs |
· 18
· 25
· 6 |
| One 25-minute
section |
· Can be
Critical
Reading, Math,
or Writing
· Does not
count toward
score |
Varies |
How will the test sections be ordered?
The 25-minute essay will always be the first section of the
SAT, and the 10-minute multiple-choice writing section will
always be last. The other 8 sections (including the unscored,
experimental section) can appear in any order.
How can I register for the SAT?
Register online at collegeboard.com.
How much does it cost to take the SAT?
$45 (2008-09 fees)
What is the range of possible SAT scores?
Each section is scored from 200-800 each, giving a total range
of 600-2400 points. The essay is scored from 0-12, which is
included as 1/4 of the total Writing score.
What are average SAT scores?
| 497 |
| 503 |
| 518 |
| 7.2 (out of 12) |
^Source: 2006 College-Bound Seniors
Report, The College Board
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