Registering for the SAT is the first step on your path to conquering this important exam. This guide provides detailed information on how to register for the SAT, deadlines, fees, and other essential details.
SAT registration typically opens about a month before the test date. The College Board publishes the SAT test dates annually, including registration deadlines for each test, allowing you to plan accordingly. If you miss the regular registration deadline but space is still available, you can register late for an additional fee. If you’re applying to college through early decision, aim to take the SAT in October or November. For regular decision applications, take the SAT no later than December.
The SAT is now administered digitally at testing centers and schools. The test will be taken on a laptop or tablet. Students who do not have a device can borrow one from the College Board at least 30 days before test day. The total testing time is 2 hours and 14 minutes. The test utilizes adaptive testing, meaning questions will adjust based on your previous answers. Calculators are permitted for the entire Math section.
To register for the SAT, visit satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration, create a student account, and complete your personal information. Use an email address you check regularly to avoid missing important notifications. Select your preferred test date and location. Register as early as possible as spaces can fill up quickly.
The SAT registration fee is $68 USD. Additional fees include $34 for late registration, $29 for changing your test center or canceling your registration, and $39 for canceling after the deadline.
The College Board offers an SAT fee waiver program for eligible students. Contact your school counselor or explore eligibility requirements on the College Board website. With a fee waiver, you can take the SAT twice for free, send unlimited score reports to colleges, enjoy waived application fees at participating colleges, have late registration or cancellation fees waived (if you are in the U.S.), and complete the CSS Profile for free.
To prepare for the SAT, explore the list of free online study resources, including practice tests, personalized study plans, and more on the College Board website.
