If you are a high school junior or senior planning to go to college, the time is now to start thinking about the SAT. The SAT measures students’ readiness for college by assessing their reading and math skills, and test-taking abilities. Understanding how the test is administered, what is being measured and the kinds of questions that will appear is an excellent start to being prepared.
What skills are being tested?
-Academic aptitude: measures a student’s academic skills and potential for college success.
-Problem-solving: assesses how well a student can analyze and solve problems.
-College readiness: measures a student’s readiness for college-level coursework.
Basic information about the SAT Test:
The SAT is the standard entrance test for high school students who want to enroll in college after graduation. The test is given at set times during the year and must be scheduled in advance. The digital SAT has 2 main sections: Math and Reading/Writing.
Q. How is the test structured?
A. The test is 2 hours and 14 minutes, with 98 questions in total.
There are two sections with 2 modules each. There is a break in between each section.
-Section 1: Reading and Writing Module 1 and Module 2
-Section 2: Math Module 1 and Module 2
Q. When should a student begin to prepare for the test?
A. Most high school students take the SAT (or ACT or both) during the spring of
their junior year or during the fall of their senior year. It is advised to leave time to retake the
test if you want to raise your score before you apply to college. The SAT exam is
offered nationally every year in August, October, November, December, March,
May, and June. See below for dates.
Q. What steps should be taken to begin preparation for the test?
A. 1. Select and enroll for the date(s) to take the test.
2. Set up a schedule to begin practicing for the test. It is recommended that students begin to practice at least 6-15 weeks before the test date. To determine a study and practice schedule, consider a student’s learning process and study skills.
3. Materials are available for students to practice independently through the College Board and Khan Academy.
4. For more in-depth direction and support, there are SAT Prep programs that students can enroll in for a more structured and comprehensive approach.
Check out Team Tutor’s SAT Prep program here: https://www.teamtutor.com/digital-sat/
Q. What are the best practices for SAT readiness?
A.
-Take practice tests: Become familiar with the test structure and time limits.
-Create a study schedule: Allow time to cover every test section.
-Practice regularly: Work through practice problems in every lesson.
-Understand the SAT format: Use official practice questions to see how the questions are structured.
-Study the content: Develop an understanding of the skills being evaluated.
-Build your skills: Review vocabulary, learn grammar rules, read widely, and practice time management.
-Review basic math skills, especially Algebra concepts and skills.
-Practice fast reading: The SAT includes long paragraphs and questions that test your critical thinking and reasoning skills.
-Set a score goal: Determine your strengths and weaknesses and aim for a specific score.
-Take a break the night before: Give yourself time to relax and rest the night before your scheduled test.
Team Tutor offers a customized and comprehensive SAT Prep program: https://www.teamtutor.com/digital-sat/
Confirmed SAT Test Dates for 2025–26
May 3, 2025
June 7, 2025
August 23, 2025
September 13, 2025
October 4, 2025
November 8, 2025
December 6, 2025
Spring 2026
March 14, 2026
May 2, 2026
June 6, 2026
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