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HomeMy WebLinkAboutsat-act-test-dates-engReady to Register? Go to https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/ SAT Test,is a standardized test that is used by most colleges and universities,AT THIS MOMENT, THE SAT IS NOT REQUIRED FOR COLLEGE ENTRANCE in California.The SAT has been used to compare applicants from different schools and states,in finalizing admissions decisions.The SAT test covers the following criteria:Math,Reading (Evidence-Based Reading),Writing and Language.The exam is scored in two categories:Math and Evidence-Based Reading/Language.For each category,the highest possible score is 800.The highest possible total score is therefore 1,600.Unlike the ACT test,the SAT is heavily concentrated on demonstrating your reading and grammar skills. Test Dates August 27th, 2022 October 1st, 2022 November 5th,2022 December 3rd, 2022 March 11th, 2023 May 6th, 2023 June 3rd,2023 Frequency 7 Times/Year Duration 180 Minutes (3 Hours) Sections Math, Reading,Writing & Language Cost $55 Max. Score 1600 Avg. Score 1000 Quick Facts!!! Costs and Fee Waivers Fee Waivers report out your scores to your high school, and up to 4 colleges •SAT test costs $55 •In order to quality for a fee waiver you must meet the following requirements: •Currently enrolled in high school in the 11th or 12th grade •Either a United States citizen or testing in the US, US territories, or Puerto Rico •Meet one or more indicators of economic need listed on the ACT Fee Waiver Form You must contact your high school counselor to request Fee Waiver Form Important SAT Exam Dates !!! Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Program, SAT/ACT Exam Information Sheet 1 Copyright © April 2022, Community Health Services Division, Alameda County Public Health Department For more Information Go to https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/taking-the-test/what-to-expect BRING THIS!NOT THAT! •Printed copy of your ticket to the testing center •Acceptable photo identification (e.g., School ID) •Sharpened, soft lead No. 2 pencils with erases •A watch •Permitted calculator •Textbooks, dictionaries, notes etc. •Highlighters, lead pencils, tape etc. •Any electronic devices (e.g., camera, ipad, smart watch etc. •Reading material •Tobacco in any form •Food or beverages Things to REMEMBER the day before examination! •Have a good night's rest•Have a good breakfast •Bring snacks or drinks to consume outside the test room •Plan commute and arrive early (usually testing centers start examination at 8:00am, refer to your ticket) •Dress in Comfortable clothes•It’s GO TIME! Everything You Need to Know for Test Day! Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Program, SAT/ACT Exam Information Sheet 2 Copyright © April 2022, Community Health Services Division, Alameda County Public Health Department Important ACT Exam Dates !!! ACT Test,is a standardized test that is used by most colleges and universities,AT THIS MOMENT,THE ACT IS NOT REQUIRED FOR COLLEGE ENTRANCE in California.The ACT has been used to compare applicants from different schools and states,in finalizing admissions decisions.The ACT test covers the following criteria:English,Reading,Math and Science,as well as Writing component (optional).Each section is graded on a scale from 1-36 and a composite score (which is an average of all 4 criteria).If you decide to take the writing section,it will be combined with the English score.School admissions will typically look at the composite score. Test Dates September 10th, 2022 October 22nd, 2022 December 10th,2022 February 11th, 2023 April 1st, 2023 June 10th, 2023 July 15th,2023 Costs and Fee Waivers Fee Waivers includes reports for you, your high school and up to 4 colleges •ACT test (no-writing) costs $63.00 •*ACT test with writing costs $88.00 In order to quality for a fee waiver you must meet the following requirements: •Currently enrolled in high school in the 11th or 12th grade•Either a United States citizen or testing in the US, US territories, or Puerto Rico •Meet one or more indicators of economic need listed on the ACT Fee Waiver Form You must contact your high school counselor to request Fee Waiver Form Ready to Register? Go to http://www.act.org/ Quick Facts!!! Frequency 7 Times/Year Duration 3 Hours, 3 Hours 40 minutes (Optional Writing Component) Sections English, Math, Reading, Science, Writing (Optional) Cost $63.00, $88.00* Max. Score 36 Avg. Score 21 Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Program, SAT/ACT Exam Information Sheet 3 Copyright © April 2022, Community Health Services Division, Alameda County Public Health Department For more Information Go to http://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/the-act/test-day.html BRING THIS!NOT THAT! •Printed copy of your ticket to the testing center •Acceptable photo identification (e.g., School ID) •Sharpened, soft lead No. 2 pencils with erases •A watch •Permitted calculator •Textbooks, dictionaries, notes etc. •Highlighters, lead pencils, tape etc. •Any electronic devices (e.g., camera, iPad, smart watch etc. •Reading material •Tobacco in any form •Food or beverages Things to REMEMBER the day before examination! •Have a good night's rest•Have a good breakfast •Bring snacks or drinks to consume outside the test room •Plan commute and arrive early (usually testing centers start examination at 8:00am, refer to your ticket) •Dress in Comfortable clothes•It’s GO TIME! Everything You Need to Know for Test Day! Alcohol and Other Drug Prevention Program, SAT/ACT Exam Information Sheet 4 Copyright © April 2022, Community Health Services Division, Alameda County Public Health Department