What is SAT?

What is SAT?

SAT is Scholastic Assessment Test..The SAT is a standardized test for college admissions in the United States. The SAT is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) in the United States    and College Board develops, publishes and gives score for SAT.

The SAT is a commonly used test by colleges to measure if a student will succeed at their school. The score of a student gets on the SAT is often used as a predictor of how a student is likely to perform in college-level studies. Also keep in mind that the SAT score is only one of many factors that colleges consider when making admissions decisions. Other factors, like your high school record, writing ability, extracurricular activities, recommendations, and interviews influence how you will be received by the school of your choice.

The SAT is a significant element for your college admission journey. The SAT gives colleges what they want: a showcase of your skills and potential.

The SAT is the most thoroughly researched and designed test in the world, which ensures that students from all backgrounds have an equal chance to succeed.

Each section of the SAT is scored on a 200-800 point system which makes the total score possible range from 600-2400. The average score per section is 500 making the average score 1500.

It measures the ability of candidates to solve problems and use reasoning skills at the level necessary for US universities.

It measures student’s level to think critically in the same manner that will be required of them in college. The SAT Reasoning Test is made of three sections: math, writing and critical reading

Examination Pattern – Paper Based Examination

SAT EXAMINATION CALENDAR

When	How	Months
During 11th &12th grade	SAT is held 7 times in USA, Puerto Rico, and US Territories	January, March, May, June, October, November, December
During 11th  &12th grade	6  times a year at over 650 overseas locations	January, May, June, October, November, December