SAT
Scholastic Assessment Test
Introduction
Eligibility
The College Board has not established specific eligibility criteria for the SAT. However, students seeking admission to undergraduate programs abroad mainly take this test.
- Age Limit: There is no specified age limit for the exam. In general, the applicants are between 17 to 19 years old as they are heading towards a bachelor degree. However, the candidate must be at least 13 years old to register on the official website.
- Qualification: It is primarily taken by students who have passed high school or are in their final year. One must note that applicants with different educational backgrounds can register for the SAT.
- Identification: Applicants must bring valid proof of identification on the day of the exam. It can be any government-issued ID, such as a passport or driver's license.
- Accommodation: Students with disabilities can register and are eligible for special accommodation. To avail of this facility, the applicant needs to submit a request in advance and get approval from the College Board.
Career
SAT scores are highly recognized by universities abroad, mainly in the US, Canada, UK, Australia, and Singapore. Students who achieve a high SAT score get a gate pass for their desired universities abroad. They can also opt for different career paths according to their interests, strengths, and career aspirations.
Upon acceptance, students usually pursue an undergraduate degree. They can choose from a wide array of courses available in varied fields, such as engineering, medicine, humanities, and business.
Upon acceptance, students usually pursue an undergraduate degree. They can choose from a wide array of courses available in varied fields, such as engineering, medicine, humanities, and business.
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Format
The test measures skills in three core areas: Critical Reading, Writing, and Math. The exam lasts 2 hours and 14 minutes, divided into two sections of 64 minutes and 70 minutes, respectively, with a 10-minute break in between. Further, these sections are divided into 2 equal-length modules comprising a mix of easy, medium, and hard questions.
The first section includes passages or pairs of passages intended to test the expression of Ideas, English Convention, etc. The Math section covers topics from Algebra I and II, Geometry, and Trigonometry.
The maximum number of questions is MCQs, but some Math questions might demand a manual response. Moreover, there are no negative markings, so if you don't know the answer, you can begin your guessing game.
Make sure to register for the SAT in advance of your desired test date through the College Board website.
Test Preparation
Scan the passages carefully and pick critical points to help you answer the questions quickly. Try to read the questions first; this way, you can find the answers easily. Try solving as many practice papers as possible and learn SAT test-taking strategies for time management.
Scan the passages carefully and pick critical points to help you answer the questions quickly. Try to read the questions first; this way, you can find the answers easily. Try solving as many practice papers as possible and learn SAT test-taking strategies for time management.