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Why should I take the SAT
Nearly every college and university in the U.S. accepts and uses the SAT as part of its admissions process. In addition, your SAT score can help you get connected to the right colleges and help you identify opportunities for scholarships.

What’s on the SAT?
SAT stood for Scholastic Assessment Test. It contained both multiple-choice and essay questions. There are 138 items on the new SAT and 180 minutes of testing time. The SAT measures the critical thinking skills that demonstrate how well you analyze and solve problems. The test is composed of three sections:
  • Critical reading, which has sentence completion and passage-based reading questions
  • Mathematics, which is based on the math that college-bound students typically learn during their first three years of high school
  • Writing, which has multiple-choice questions and a written essay

How can I prepare for the SAT
  • Take the PSAT in your junior year.
  • Review the sample questions, test-taking approaches, and directions in the Preparation Booklet.
  • Take the official SAT practice test in the Preparation Booklet and review the answer explanations online.
  • Visit the SAT Preparation center at www.collegeboard.com/satprep.
  • For daily practice questions, visit The Officcial SAT Question of the Day at www.collegeboard.com/qotd. Each question has a hint and an answer explanation.
  • Take the Official SAT online Course to practice test online, to receive an immediate essay score, and to practice with more tests and quizzes at www.collegeboard.com/satonlinecourse.

How should I get ready for test day?
  • Make sure you have on hand all the materials you will need, such as a calculator, No. 2 pencils (no mechanical pencils), a soft eraser, your Admission Ticket, and an official photo ID.
  • Check out the route to the test center and know where the weekend entrances are located.
  • Get a good night’s sleep.
  • Leave yourself plenty of time so you’ll arrive at the test center a little early.

SAT Score Conversion Table
  • SAT Preparation Booklet page 86 & 87