SAT Exam 2024: Exam Dates, Registration, Eligibility, Admit Card, Exam Pattern and Results

SAT 2024: The College Board conducts the Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) for students aspiring to take admission in UG courses in universities of USA and Canada primarily. For the December session, the SAT exam will be conducted on December 7, 2024. The registration deadline for this session is November 22, 2024. Intersted candidates can visit the official website - collegeboard.org to register. 

The SAT exam consists of Math, Reading, Writing and Language Tests. The SAT score ranges from 400 - 1600 and any score above the average score is acceptable for admission to many colleges and universities. As per the official website of the College Board, the average SAT score is 1050. A score of 1350 would put a candidate in the top 10% of test takers. SAT score report consists of the total score, percentile rank, section scores, test scores, subscores and cross-test scores. Candidates are advised to set a target score during their exam preparation according to their preferred college.

Latest Updates: 

• Columbia University has permanently scrapped the requirement for SAT scores for admissions. Columbia University administration has stated that standardised test scores would be optional for admissions beginning in Fall 2024.

The SAT exam is generally taken by high school students, that is, candidates who are studying in either 11th or 12th grade. The SAT exam syllabus is based on the concepts learned in high school and hence, students are encouraged to be attentive and actively participate in their high school classes. Preparing for the SAT exam takes creating an effective study plan on the basis of one's target score, strengths and weaknesses, and getting an ample amount of practice. 

Read More : SAT Scores 2024

SAT Exam 2024

The SAT exam consists of 3 tests: Reading Test, Writing and Language Test, and Math Test.  

• The SAT exam score is based on two sections: Evidence-based Reading and Writing Section and Math Section.
• The Evidence-based Reading and Writing section is based on the candidate’s performance in the Reading Test and Writing and Language Test.
• The reading test will assess the candidate’s command over textual evidence, and understanding of words in context.
• The writing and language test will evaluate the student’s grasp of correct usage of grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation, as well as the expression of ideas.
• The Math test includes subjects such as the Heart of Algebra, Problem-solving and Data Analysis, and Passport to Advanced Math. The Math test evaluates students’ understanding of mathematical concepts, procedural skill and fluency in Math, and application of concepts and skills to real-world contexts.

What is Digital SAT? 

Starting from March 2023, the College Board has made a transition to Digital SAT from the paper-pencil version of the SAT exam. International candidates can appear for the Digital SAT. The Digital SAT exam is of shorter duration compared to the paper-pencil test and lasts for 2 hours and 14 minutes. 

The Digital SAT will be based on Multistage Adaptive testing (MST) where each test section (Reading and Writing; Math) consists of two equal-length and separately timed phases. Each test section has two modules: 

• Module 1: Students are given questions of varying difficulty levels ranging from simple, moderate to complex. 
• Module 2: Students are given a targeted combination of questions of different levels of difficulty depending on their performance in Module 1. 

The Module 2 questions adapt to the student’s performance level in Module 1 and are of lower or higher difficulty than the questions in the first module. 

Read More: SAT Exam Pattern 2024

Digital SAT and SAT Paper-Pencil Test: What is the Difference?

SAT Exam Dates For 2024-25 Session

SAT exam takes place seven times in a year, in the months of March, May, June, August, October, November and December. Candidates are advised to choose their SAT exam date on the basis of their college application deadlines, time required for exam preparation, seat availability at test centre and their individual schedule. The important dates for August 2024-June 2025 session are provided in the table below.

SAT Exam Schedule For US and International Students

SAT Exam Eligibility 2024

Students who are taking the SAT exam for the following two goals are eligible to appear for the SAT exam. 

• Application to an undergraduate program of a college or university
• Application for financial aid, scholarships, or any other programs that require an SAT score as a component of their application procedure

The College Board will cancel the registration of candidates who are not taking the SAT exam for the above two purposes, and hence, students are advised to take the SAT test only if they are applying to undergraduate courses or programs that require SAT scores. 

SAT Registration 2024

To register for the SAT exam, students are required to create a College Board account, fill out the online registration form and pay the registration fee. The registration for December 2024 session will end on November 22. 

Steps to Register for SAT Exam 2024

Students can check the steps to register for the SAT exam given below.

Step 1 : Candidates are required to create a College Board Account 

Step 2 : Sign in to the College Board account and fill the online registration form

Step 3 : To fill out the registration form, first enter the identifying information and create the student profile 

Step 4 : In the registration form, select test centre and test date

Step 5 : Students need to upload their photograph in the form (the photograph must meet the requirements of the College Board)

Step 6 : Make the SAT Registration fee payment and submit the form

Registration Fee

Candidates can check the SAT registration fee from the table given below. The standard registration fee is $68 and there is an additional regional fee of $43 for candidates who are taking the SAT exam outside of the United States. 

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SAT Admit Card 2024

The College Board releases the SAT admit card or admission ticket on its official website. Candidates can download their admit card once they register for the SAT exam. Students need to check the accuracy of the details on the admit card and ensure that it is updated. Candidates are advised to recheck the test centre before the test day and print the revised admit card if the test centre has been changed. 

The SAT admission ticket is a mandatory document required for entry to the test centre. The admit card includes details such as the test centre, test date, student name, date of birth and registration number. Candidates need to sign in to their My SAT account to download their admit card. Students need to carry a printout of the admission ticket and an electronic version of the admit card will not be accepted. 

Steps to Download SAT Admit Card

Step 1 : Students are required to log into their My SAT account

Step 2 : Under the ‘my upcoming tests’ section, the candidate needs to find the information for their upcoming test date

Step 3 : The student is required to click on ‘print your admission ticket’ from the drop-down menu list

Step 4 : The candidate needs to download and print the SAT admission ticket

Details Mentioned in SAT Admit Card

The following details are mentioned in the SAT admit card : 

• Test Date
• Test Centre
• Message to Students
• Name of Student (First Name, Middle Initial, Last Name)
• Date of Birth
• Registration Number

SAT Exam Pattern 2024

The SAT exam pattern is provided by the College Board on its official website and is a detailed outline of the number of questions, types of questions, allotted time, and topics assessed. 

SAT Exam Pattern: Reading Test

SAT Exam Pattern: Writing and Language Test

SAT Exam Pattern: Math Test

SAT Scores 2024

The SAT score report is released 2-4 weeks after the exam has taken place. The score report mentions the percentile rank, total score, section scores, test scores, subscores and cross-test scores. 

Steps to Check SAT Scores 2024

Candidates can check their SAT score report by following the steps given below.

Step 1 : Students will need to visit the official website of the College Board

Step 2 : On the website homepage, student is required to click on the link that mentions ‘view score report’ or ‘get your scores’

Step 3 : Candidate will be redirected to the sign in page of the College Board website

Step 4 : Log in to the College Board account and view the score report

SAT Scores

• Total Score : The SAT total score ranges from 400 - 1600. 
• Percentile Rank: The SAT percentile rank gives the percentage of students who have scored equal to or less than the candidate’s score. 
• Section Score : The SAT section scores range from 200 - 800. It is given for two sections : Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and Math.
• Test Score : The test score ranges from 10 - 40. The test scores are given for three tests : Reading, Writing and Language, and Math.
• Subscore : The subscore ranges from 1 - 15 and are based on performance in the following areas : 

1. Command of Evidence
2. Words in Context
3. Expression of Ideas
4. Standard English Conventions
5. Heart of Algebra
6. Problem-Solving and Data Analysis
7. Passport to Advanced Math

• Cross-Test Score : The SAT cross-test score ranges from 10 - 40. The cross-test scores are based on: Analysis in History/ Social Studies and Analysis in Science. 

Ivy League Universities: SAT Scores

Ivy league universities such as Princeton, Yale, and Harvard require an SAT score that ranges from 1470 - 1570. 

Read More : SAT Cutoff 2024

Top Indian Universities Accepting SAT Scores

Several universities in India accept SAT scores for admission to their undergraduate programs.

• Ashoka University
• FLAME University
• Bennett University
• NMIMS (Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies)
• Shiv Nadar University
• Vellore Institute of Technology
• Symbiosis International University
• OP Jindal Global University