Register for the SAT and/or ACT   
Although some institutions have adopted test-optional 
admissions policies, rising seniors should consider 
taking the June 6 SAT or the July 11 ACT. Students  
often perform better on one test than the other, so 
taking both is highly recommended. You can always 
choose whether or not to submit these scores.  
Adhering to these dates will ensure you are eligible 
for Early Decision/Early Action deadlines beginning 
November 1st. Visit the College Board’s website for 
information about SAT registration and test score 
deadlines: https://sat.collegeboard.org/register. 
Visit the ACT website for information about deadlines: 
www.act.org.
Please note: Please follow the SAT and ACT  
websites closely for rescheduled dates or delays.
Read pages 27-30 of the Guide.
Many colleges require standardized test scores as a component of your application. Use the summer months 
to prepare to take the SAT and/or ACT. 
Note on fee waivers: If you have not taken the SAT or ACT previously, or think you may be eligible,  
speak with your counselor 3-4 weeks before the registration deadline to see if you qualify for fee waivers.
Register for the SAT
The SAT is a standardized exam that tests a student’s 
reading, writing, and math readiness for college. For 
more information on the SAT, visit https://satsuite.
collegeboard.org/sat.
Digital SAT Guidance:
•Adaptive Testing Technology means that your  
responses to the test questions will have an impact 
on the difficulty of the next set of test questions  
you receive. 
•Test is two hours and 14 minutes long. 
•Calculators can be used for the math section. 
However, calculators with CAS (computer algebraic 
system) functionality will no longer be allowed. 
•Receiving Results: Score reports are typically  
available 2-3 weeks after the test.  
Step 3: Prepare to Take the SAT and/or ACT

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