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The SAT has been a pivotal assessment in the U.S. college admissions process for decades, evolving over time to better evaluate students' readiness for college. The latest iteration, the digital SAT, marks a significant departure from the traditional paper-and-pencil format.
Read MoreFor the 2024-2025 academic year, the SAT test dates are strategically spread out to offer students multiple opportunities to take the exam. Here are the anticipated dates along with their respective registration deadlines and score release dates:
Read MoreMost teens who choose to take the SAT may end up sitting for the exam more than once, but colleges deal with multiple SAT scores in different ways.
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Read MoreTaking the digital SAT may be a stressful situation for teens, since SAT scores are so important for college admissions. In order to do well on the digital SAT, we recommend that students make sure that they are familiar with the content changes and change their studying plans accordingly.
Read MoreIt takes a few days to receive your SAT score after taking the test. But the long wait is just the first challenge–the next one is to understand what your score report means.
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If you plan to attend a college or university in the United States, you’ll need to show your academic strengths by taking an entrance exam. Most American schools accept the SAT (Standardized Aptitude Test) and the ACT (American College Testing), but there are more SAT test centers in the UK, making it the most convenient choice for many students. Because the SAT system is different from what you may be used to in the UK, we wrote this guide to help you prepare for the SAT before you apply to American schools.
Read MoreThe transition from the traditional paper-based SAT to the new Digital SAT marks a significant shift in the landscape of standardized testing. . Here are the top 13 changes in the New Digital SAT:
Read MoreThe SAT has long been a cornerstone of college admissions, and the recent transition to a digital format brings a new set of challenges and opportunities for test-takers. To help you navigate this updated exam, we've compiled a comprehensive cheat sheet covering everything you need to know about the New Digital SAT. From understanding its structure to mastering key strategies, this guide will prepare you for success.
Read MoreStandardized tests can be rough for students with learning disabilities, and the thought of rushing through reading comprehension questions based on long passages can be stressful for anyone with dyslexia. For teens who apply to colleges that require SAT scores, there are testing accommodations available for students who qualify, and these accommodations can make the test-taking process a little bit easier. Additionally, teens may want to apply to a few test-optional schools, such as the ones listed on Fairtest.org, so they don’t feel as pressured about their exam scores.
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