YES! The SAT introduced score choice in 2009, granting students the ability to combine their highest Math and EBRW (Reading + Writing & Language) scores, creating an automatic "superscore".

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For example, let's say John scored 720 Math and 660 EBRW In October, and then 690 Math and 740 Reading in December. If John elects to send both scores to universities, what those universities will see is a composite score of 1460, comprised of the 720 Math from October and the 740 EBRW from December.

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This policy is great for students who perform somewhat inconsistently from test to test, and it gives peace of mind to those students who have already achieved their target score in one section.

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Each section of the SAT (EBRW and Math) is scored on a 200 to 800 point scale. Your total SAT score is the sum of your two section scores. The highest possible SAT score is 1600.

Points are not deducted for incorrect answers.

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3 hours. If you choose to complete the Essay, the test will be 3 hours and 50 minutes.

There are four sections on the SAT:

1. Reading Comprehension

2. Writing & Language

3. Math (No calculator)

4. Math (Calculator)

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Sections 1 and 2 are combined into the Evidence-based Reading & Writing (EBRW) score, while sections 3 and 4 are combined into the Math score.

The SAT also includes an optional Essay section reported separately from overall test scores. Some test-takers may also see an additional un-scored experimental section when they take the test.

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Ideally, you should start preparation in the spring semester of 10th grade. You should at least take a first pass at the test at that point, to understand where your knowledge gaps are and explore how you can improve over the coming year. Many students wait to start prep until halfway through 11th grade, but that can be a bit stressful to balance with school work and leaves them in trouble if unanticipated scenarios arise (we're look at you, 2020). Take it from us: the earlier you look at this, the better.

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We sometimes work with students who come to the process very late. For example, students who decide to apply to US colleges at the start of their senior year. While this is very far from ideal, it is not impossible to tackle. We are always open to discussing with you about your circumstances, to advise on what would be best for you.

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Most high school students take the SAT during the spring of their Junior year or fall of their Senior year. Remember to leave time to re-take the test if you need to raise your score before you apply to college.

Formerly called “SAT II’s”, SAT Subject Tests are designed to assess knowledge in specific subject areas, aligned with common high school courses. SAT Subject Tests are available in 21 different subject areas. Generally, the student gets to decide which ones to take. All are multiple-choice, include negative marking and each one takes an hour. The primary reason to take SAT Subject Tests is that some colleges require them of applicants. Students typically take these subject tests in May/June of their Junior year.

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