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.
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.
The SAT takes three hours and consists of three tests: (1) the Reading Test, (2) the Writing and Language Test, and (3) the Math Test.
| Component | Time Allotted (minutes) | Number of Questions/Tasks |
| Reading | 65 | 52 |
| Writing and Language | 35 | 44 |
| Math | 80 | 58 |
| Total | 180 | 154 |
The SAT is now digital! You can take the SAT with any personal Windows laptop or tablet or personal Mac laptop or iPad. If you don't have a device, we recommend you borrow one from a family member or a friend so you can download the testing application and get familiar with the device. Check out the SAT Device Requirements to see if your device will work. If you don't have access to a device, College Board may be able to lend you a device to use on test day.
It is NOT recommended that you use a borrowed device from your high school.
Please arrive at the location and time listed on your admission ticket. Dates and locations are subject to change.
View your SAT Scores and score report from your College Board scores account.
For everything you need to prepare, visit the College Board SAT preparation website for free practice tests and a checklist of what to bring on test day.
