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College Entrance Tests
- What is the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)?
- What is the American College Testing Program (ACT)?
- When are the next SAT/ACT test dates/how does my teen apply/how much do the test cost?
- How do I know which College Entrance test my teen needs to take?
- Resources for College Entrance Test Preparation
- Test Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
What is the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)?
The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a three-hour achievement/aptitude test. Scores on the two main sections (verbal and mathematics) are reported on a scale of 200-800. Many colleges require that admissions candidates take this test. These test scores give college admissions officers and scholarship sponsors one indication of a student's ability to do college work.
Click on the bolded link for more information about the SAT including on-line registration and sample questions.
What is the American College Testing Program (ACT)?
The ACT Assessment® is designed to assess high school students' general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work.
The tests cover four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science.
Each section is scored separately, and a composite score is the most commonly reported index in the program. ACT uses a low scale of 1 to a high of 36 in scoring each subtest.
Click on the bolded link for more information about the ACT including on-line registration and sample questions
When are the next SAT/ACT test dates/how does my teen apply/how much do the tests cost?
Click on the bolded link to find out the this information for the SAT
Click on the bolded link to find out this information for the ACT
How do I know which College Entrance test my teen needs to take?
Universities and community colleges require different entrance tests and minimum test scores. Before taking a specific test, you should also contact your School Counselor to determine the best test(s) to take. For specific information on which test a college requires, contact the college campus' Admissions office.
Resources for College Entrance Test Preparation
In addition to the information found on the SAT and ACT websites, the Number 2.com [link] website, provides your teen with free test preparation information.
Test Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
If your teen has a disability and you need more information about test-taking accommodations, Click the bolded links for SAT or ACT.
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