SAT is a standardized test administered by the College Board and is required to be taken by

students seeking admission to undergraduate schools. The full form of SAT is the Scholastic
Assessment Test, which was earlier known as the Scholastic Aptitude Test.

SAT 2019 Exam

SAT is a standardized test administered by the College Board and is required to be taken by students seeking
admission to undergraduate schools. The full form of SAT is the Scholastic Assessment Test, which was
earlier known as the Scholastic Aptitude Test. SAT exam has been developed to evaluate the written, verbal
and mathematical skills of the candidates. Applicants aspire to pursue undergraduate courses, particularly in
the US and Canada, are required to take the SAT exam. If the student is looking to get admission to a particular
course, s/he can take the SAT subject tests to show his knowledge and understanding of that particular subject.
Subject tests are offered in areas like Literature, History, Mathematics, Sciences and Foreign Languages.
READ: When Should You Start Studying for SAT?

SAT Exam Latest Update

Recently, the College Board has introduced SAT in India. students looking to pursue higher education in
premier universities in India would be pleased to know that in 2018, the College Board has brought into effect
an India Higher Education Alliance with various academic establishments. All the university affiliates in the
Alliance are accepting SAT scores for admission from Indian students and around the world. Hence, students
who want to study abroad and also apply to universities can appear for the SAT test. For a list of Indian
academic universities accepting SAT scores, click here.

SAT Exam Highlights

Exam Name SAT
SAT full form Scholastic Assessment Test
Official Website https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat
Most popular for Undergraduate courses in the US and Canada
Also accepted by The United Kingdom and Australia
Conducted by The College Board
Mode of Exam Written-based examination
SAT Fee $96.50 without the essay and $113.50 with essay
Score Range 400-1600 points
SAT Contact The College Board National Office
250 Vesey Street
New York, NY 10281
Phone: 212-713-8000
Why do people take SAT?
Students looking to enroll in the undergraduate programs in the US go for SAT exams. Most of the colleges in
the US require SAT for admission in the undergraduate courses. Apart from this, many schools also offer SAT
scholarship money to students based on their SAT results.

SAT Subject Test

Conducted by the College Board, SAT 1 or more commonly referred to as the Scholastic Assessment Test is
required to be taken by students seeking admission to undergraduate schools. SAT 1 is a general test that has
been developed to evaluate the written, verbal and mathematical skills of the candidates. SAT 2, on the other
hand, is a more subject-focused test. Students looking to get admission to a particular course are required to
take the SAT Subject Test to demonstrate their knowledge of that particular subject. So, whenever, you are in a
dilemma while thinking about SAT1 vs SAT2, then just see which SAT 2019 exam is apt for you.

SAT vs ACT
Most of the colleges in the US accept either SAT or ACT for admissions to their undergraduate programs, so,
students looking to get into these courses are required to take these tests. However, it is important to know
which exam you should take. Firstly, check the requirement of the college you are applying to whether they
require the SAT or ACT, then decide on which exam you should go for. If you are lucky enough to have both
the options acceptable from your choice of college, you may find this article helpful: SAT vs ACT: Which Test
is Easier?

SAT 2019 Eligibility

The College Board, which is the conducting body of the SAT has not laid down any specific SAT eligibility
criteria for students wanting to appear for the SAT exam. Read: SAT Tips & Strategies
1. Age Limit to Appear for SAT
Candidates should be informed that there is no minimum or maximum age criteria fixed for students wanting
to appear for the exam. General studies have shown that students belonging to the age group of 17 to 19 are
among the highest to appear for SAT.

2. How many times can you take SAT exams?

As in the case of ACT, there are no restrictions set by the College Board, students can take the SAT exam as
many times as they want.

3. What is the educational eligibility criteria for SAT?

 There are no specific eligibility criteria set by the College Board, the body that conducts and manages the SAT
exam. However, it can be taken by students who are in high school. Students who want to apply for
undergraduate studies abroad are required to have successfully completed their high school education to move
to the next level of their learning.

What skills does the SAT Exam test?

SAT exam analyses Mathematical, Critical Reading and Writing skills of the candidates. According to the
College Board, they test the skills which students have learned in their schools. They test the skills which are
required for the academic success of the students in college.
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SAT 2019 Registration

Students wanting to appear for the SAT are required to register for the same. SAT is an important examination
for students wanting to pursue their bachelors in the United States or Canada among top study abroad
countries. Students can register for SAT through the offline method via mail or through the more convenient,
online method. Through the online method, candidates are required to create a login id on the official SAT
website and go ahead with the registration process.
Online Registration (Steps)
1. Visit the College Board official website.
2. Create your account.
3. Submit all the required details.
4. Choose which exam you want to give along with your nearest test center.
5. Upload your clear photograph.
6. Pay the application fee.

Registration by Mail (Steps)

1. You first need ‘The Student Registration Guide for the SAT and SAT Subject Tests’, which is available at
schools.
2. The guide includes a registration form and a return envelope.
3. The form needs to be sent along with a demand draft.
4. The local representative of SAT in India is the USIEF. The mailed forms will be directed to their regional
office.

SAT Slot Booking

Since there are a limited number of seats in every designated SAT Test Centre. Candidates are recommended
to book their SAT exam slot in advance to avoid any unnecessary hassle.

How to Cancel SAT Exam?

Candidates should note that no matter how early you cancel your SAT Test, you would not be entitled to a full
refund. Candidates who have registered for the exam and are required to cancel the same would be eligible for
a $10 refund if the candidate cancels the test 5 days in advance.
How to Postpone or Reschedule SAT Exam Date?
Candidates are required to pay an extra fee of $30 for SAT Exam date change. They are required to log into
their SAT account and put in a request for a date change.

SAT Admission Ticket

Once the candidate has successfully registered for the exam he would be required to log into his account on the
official website and download the SAT Admission Ticket. It is important the candidate should check the
credentials on the admission ticket and get any mistake rectified at the earliest.

SAT Exam Fees

Candidates looking to appear for their SAT are required to pay a fee for the same. Candidates can check out
the detailed SAT Fee levied below.
 The fee for only the SAT exam is $47.50 + Non-U.S. Regional Fee. Non-U.S. Regional Fee for students giving
SAT Test in India is $49, so the total SAT fee is $96.50
 The fee for the SAT exam with Essay is $64.50 + Non-U.S. Regional Fee. So, the total fee for the SAT exam
with Essay is $64.50 + $49 = $113.50
 For subject tests, candidates have to pay an additional $26 as a basic subject test fee
 For SAT subject tests, some additional fee might be required

SAT Cancellation Fees

Canceling your SAT Registration is an expensive affair and students are always advised to go for a date
change rather than canceling the exam entirely. Candidates should keep in mind that Registrations cannot be
refunded later than five days before test day, and candidates are only refunded $10 whether they have opted for
SAT or the SAST along with Essay.
 SAT Rescheduling Fees
Candidates who are looking to change their SAT Test Centre or SAT Test Date or changing between the SAT
and SAT Subject Tests or vice versa are required to pay an extra $30 to avail similar services. Candidates can
check out rescheduling fees below:

SAT Syllabus 2019

SAT exam syllabus includes course the students have already studied in their school over the years. So if you
are good at studies in school, you shouldn’t face any issues preparing for the SAT Syllabus. There are two
types of SAT Exams: SAT General Test and SAT Subject Test.
 SAT General Test
SAT General Test is more common between the two SAT tests and is generally used by the undergraduate
colleges for admissions. The Scholastic Assessment Test assesses the written, verbal and mathematical skills
of the candidates.
 SAT Subject Test
There are 20 SAT Subject Tests which are divided into 5 subject areas. These subjects are further categorized
into smaller topics. The various SAT Subjects include:
 Mathematics
 Science
 English
 History and
 Languages
SAT Exam Pattern 2019
SAT Subject SAT Syllabus SAT Test Pattern
Math This section includes questions on problem-solving, data analysis, algebra, and advanced Duration: 80 minutes
57 questions math. Score: 200-800

Reading This section includes questions on Sentence Completion, Tests understanding of passages Duration: 65 minutes
52 questions from the US and world Literature, History/Social Studies, and Sciences. Score Range: 200-800
(combined with Writin
Section)
Writing and This section includes questions on, expression of ideas and standard English conventions Duration: 35 minutes
Language through passages related to Careers, History/Social Studies, Humanities, and Sciences. Score Range: 200-800
44 questions (combined with Readin
Section)
Essay This section requires students to evaluate an argument through the analysis of evidence. Duration: 50 minutes
(optional) not scored
One optional
essay
 Total n/a Duration: 3 hours (with
154 questions optional 50 minutes)
Score: 1600

SAT Exam Syllabus 2019-2020

SAT Syllabus includes courses which students have already covered in their school curriculum over the years.
Syllabus for SAT exam includes:
 Reading section
 Writing
 Mathematics
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Reading
 SAT contains three critical reading sections
 Reading comprehension - 25 mins
 Sentence completions - 25 mins
 Paragraph-length critical reading - 20 mins

Writing
 SAT writing has three sections
 Essay section - 25 mins
 Multiple choice sections - 25 mins and 10 mins
 SAT contains three Math sections
 Algebra and functions - 25 mins
 Geometry Statistics - 20 mins
 Probability and Data analysis - 20 mins
SAT Math Syllabus
 SAT contains three Math sections
 Algebra and functions - 25 mins
 Geometry Statistics - 20 mins
 Probability and Data analysis - 20 mins
Difference between SAT Mathematics Level 1 and Level 2
Aspirants who are confused between the two must go for the one in which they can score more. Those
aspirants are good in trigonometry or elementary functions (precalculus) or both should go for SAT 2 Math
whereas those who want to score high points and not so familiar with topics covered in level 2 should opt for
SAT 1 Math. It is important to factor in the requirement of the candidates’ University and Programme of
choice.

Essay (Optional)
Although SAT Essay is optional, but most of the colleges prefer candidates to submit their SAT Essay scores
along with their application. So, until and unless you have a very strong reason to miss this section, do not
miss this section and go for SAT Essay section.

SAT essay assesses candidates' reading, writing and analysis skills. The time allotted for completing this task
is 50 minutes. Candidates have to read a 650-750 word long passage and then write an analysis about how the
author has built the argument. Candidates should refrain from giving their opinion.

SAT Exam Preparation Tips

Like all other exams, candidates can either go for self-study or can opt for coaching classes. You can read the
detailed information on SAT 2019 Preparation Tips. Candidates looking to prepare all the sections of the SAT
Exam can read the writing prep tips, reading prep tips and math prep tips to perform their best during the time
of the exam.

What is the SAT?

Many colleges require scores from the SAT or ACT tests as a part of the admissions process. Your
SAT score is a key component of your college applications.

SAT Basics
SAT Length 3 hours (plus 50 minutes if taking optional Essay)

 Math
SAT Sections  Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
 Essay (optional)

SAT Cost $46 ($60 if taking SAT with Essay)

Highest SAT Score 1600

Average SAT Score 1060

About 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.

The purpose of the SAT is to measure a high school student's readiness for college, and provide colleges
with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants. College admissions officers will
review standardized test scores alongside your high school GPA, the classes you took in high school,
letters of recommendation from teachers or mentors, extracurricular activities, admissions interviews, and
personal essays. How important SAT scores are in the college application process varies from school to
school.

Overall, the higher you score on the SAT and/or ACT, the more options for attending and paying for
college will be available to you.

When should I take the SAT?

Most high school students take the SAT, the ACT, or both during the spring of their junior year or fall of
their senior year. It's important to leave time to re-take the test if you need to raise your score before you
apply to college. The SAT exam is offered nationally every year in August, October, November,
December, March, May, and June. View all upcoming SAT test dates.

What is on the SAT?

There are two SAT sections:

 Math
 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

The SAT also includes an optional Essay section. SAT Essay scores are reported separately from overall
test scores. Some colleges may require that you complete the SAT Essay. You can confirm each
college's admissions policies on the school website or on our school profiles.
How long is the SAT?
The SAT is 3 hours long. If you choose to take the SAT with Essay, the test will be 3 hours and 50
minutes.

How is the SAT scored?

Each section of the SAT is scored on a 200 to 800 point scale. Your total SAT score is the sum of your
section scores. The highest possible SAT score is 1600. If you take the Essay, you will receive a separate
score.

Should I take the SAT or the ACT?

Most colleges and universities will accept scores from either the SAT or ACT, and do not favor one test
over the other. That said, college-bound students are increasingly taking both the SAT and
ACT. Changes made to the SAT in 2016 have made it easier than ever to prep for both tests
concurrently—and earn competitive scores on both! The best way to decide if taking the SAT, ACT, or
both tests is right for you is to take a timed full-length practice test of each type. Since the content and
style of the SAT and ACT are very similar, factors like how you handle time pressure and what types of
questions you find most challenging can help you determine which test is a better fit. Try our QUIZ: SAT,
ACT, or Both? to learn more.
The SAT (/ˌɛsˌeɪˈtiː/ ess-ay-TEE) is a standardized test widely used for college admissions in
the United States. Since it was debuted by the College Board in 1926, its name and scoring have
changed several times; originally called the Scholastic Aptitude Test, it was later called
the Scholastic Assessment Test, then the SAT I: Reasoning Test, then the SAT Reasoning
Test, then simply the SAT.
The SAT is wholly owned, developed, and published by the College Board, a private, not-for-profit
organization in the United States. It is administered on behalf of the College Board by
the Educational Testing Service,[3] which until recently developed the SAT as well.[4] The test is
intended to assess students' readiness for college. The SAT was originally designed not to be
aligned with high school curricula,[5] but several adjustments were made for the version of the SAT
introduced in 2016, and College Board president, David Coleman, has said that he also wanted to
make the test reflect more closely what students learn in high school with the new Common Core
standards.[6]
The SAT takes three hours to finish, plus 50 minutes for the SAT with essay, and as of 2017 costs
US$45 (US$57 with the optional essay), excluding late fees, with additional processing fees if the
SAT is taken outside the United States.[7] Scores on the SAT range from 400 to 1600, combining test
results from two 800-point sections: mathematics, and critical reading and writing. Although taking
the SAT, or its competitor the ACT, is required for freshman entry to many colleges and universities
in the United States[8]many colleges and universities are experimenting with test-optional admission
requirements and alternatives to the SAT and ACT.[9] Starting with the 2015–16 school year, the
College Board began working with Khan Academy to provide free SAT preparation