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S.A.T. & S.A.T. Subject Tests

Test & Registration Dates & Fees
Fee Waiver Information (only 2 waivers permitted)
Online SAT Tools & Registration Link
High School Codes
SAT Writing section
SAT Prep Links
Acing the SAT
SAT Subject Tests - What are they?
                             Where are they required?

ACT - What is it?  Why should I take it?

SAT Vs. ACT - Which should I take?

 

 

2007-2008 SAT Program Test Dates
SAT
2007-08
Test Dates
Test U.S. Registration Deadlines*
Regular Late
(a fee applies)
AND YOU CANNOT USE A FEE WAIVER
October 6, 2007 SAT &
Subject Tests
September 10, 2007 September 14, 2007
November 3, 2007 SAT &
Subject Tests
October 2, 2007 October 11, 2007
December 1, 2007 SAT &
Subject Tests
October 30, 2007 November 8, 2007
January 26, 2008 SAT &
Subject Tests
December 26, 2007 January 4, 2008
March 1, 2008 SAT only January 29, 2008 February 7, 2008
May 3, 2008 SAT &
Subject Tests
April 1, 2008 April 10, 2008
June 7, 2008 SAT &
Subject Tests
May 6, 2008 May 15, 2008

Please Note the Following:

  • Mailed registration materials must be postmarked by the U.S. deadlines.
  • Mailed international registration materials must be received by the international deadlines.
  • On March 10, only the SAT is offered, and only in the U.S., U.S. Territories, and Puerto Rico.
  • Sunday administrations will occur the day after each Saturday test date for students who cannot test on Saturday for religious reasons. The October Sunday Test day is October 22, to avoid conflict with Jewish holiday of Simchat Torah.
  • The Language Tests with Listening are offered in November only.
  • For students testing outside the U.S., U.S. territories, and Puerto Rico: Web registration, and telephone re-registration must be received by the international deadline dates listed above.

2007-08 Fees

Test Fees
SAT Reasoning Test* $43
SAT Subject Tests*
Basic registration fee
Language Tests with Listening
All other Subject Tests

$20
add $20
add $8
 
Registration Services (add to total test fees)
Late registration fee (FEE WAIVERS CANNOT BE USED WITH LATE REGISTRATION) $22
Re-registration by telephone $12
International processing fee (for students testing in countries other than the United States, U.S. territories, and Puerto Rico) $25
Security surcharge to test in India and Pakistan $22
Standby testing fee* $37
Change test, test date, or test center fee $21
Additional Services
Question-and-Answer Service $18
Student Answer Service $10
Score Reporting Services
Extra score report to a college or scholarship program (in addition to the four score reports provided free of charge on the Registration Form or on the Correction Form)

 
$9.50
Retrieval fee for archived scores $20
(additional fees may apply)
Telephone rush reporting service

 
$26.50
plus $9.50
for each report
Telephone additional reports

 
$10
plus $9.50
for each report
Scores by Phone $12
Additional Fees
Multiple-choice Hand Score Verification $50
Essay Score Verification $50


In order to: 

  • Register Online for SAT (Remember you'll need a credit card or fee waiver code.) 

  • Change test center, date, or test  

  • Prepare for SAT with a practice test

  • View or Send Scores
    You must go to http://www.collegeboard.com

 

High School Codes

Carbondale Area High School - 390545
Elk Lake High School
  - 391017
E. L. Myers High School -
395255
Hanover Area Jr/Sr High School - 395265
Harrisburg High School   -
391650
Jim Thorpe Area Jr./Sr.High School  - 391945
Louis E. Deiruff High School 
- 390038
Mahanoy Area - 392355
Mid-Valley High School - 393103     
Millville Area - 392675
Mount Carmel Area - 392790
Pittston Area High School - 395417
Riverside High School -  394780
Scranton High School 
- 394442
School-Age Mothers Program 
- CEEB: use home school code
Shamokin Area - 394485
Shenandoah Valley - 394540
Shikellamy - 394740
Weatherly Area High School - 395115
West Scranton High School - 394455
West Side Area Vocational-Technical School -
  392042
William Allen High School  
- 390020


If you can not find the code for your country outside of the U.S. major, colleges, test center, or high school visit: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/codelist.html to search for the proper code.

 

Overview

Time Content Item Types Score
60 min. Essay; Improving Sentences; Identifying Sentence Errors; Improving Paragraphs Multiple choice questions (35 min.) and student-written essay (25 min.) 200-800

Questions reveal how well students use standard written English. The multiple-choice questions test students' ability to identify sentence errors, improve sentences, and improve paragraphs.

The essay measures the student's skill in developing a point of view on an issue. Students must first think critically about the issue presented in the essay assignment, forming their own individual perspective on the topic. Then they must develop that point of view, using reasoning and evidence based on their own experiences, readings, or observations to support their ideas. The essay is scored by qualified readers, who take into account such aspects as complexity of thought, substantiality of development, and facility with language. A reader does not judge a work based on its separate traits, but rather on the total impression it creates. It is also recognized that an essay written in a short amount of time will not be polished, but represents the initial phase of the writing process: the first draft.

 


SAT Preparation
Take SAT classes if offered at your school.

Search your library for SAT preparation books/CDs.

Practice SAT’s on
      http://www.collegeboard.com

      Test Prep Review - Free practices tests for standardized tests such as the PSAT and SAT plus things to sharpen your testing skills, even for GED and graduate level testing.

  • Flocabulary - Learn vocabulary by wrapping to hip-hop music.  A great way to build vocabulary for SATs.
  • Dictionary.com - Learn word definitions easily using tools such as Word Of The Day.


 

What it Takes to Ace SAT by Bridges.com

Most high school students anticipate the day they sit down to take the SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) with anxiety and dread. After all, for many, it is the test of all tests.

If you're nervous about the SATs, relax. There are many ways to prepare for this moment.

In 1926, the first students took the SAT. It had been adapted from a test administered to army recruits. By 1942, the SAT was required of all college applicants. These days, there are a few colleges in the United States that don't require the SAT as a standard part of admissions, but more often than not it is necessary.

"Typically, here in the western states we look at ACTs [American College Tests], but SAT scores are accepted," says Mike Echanis. He is the director of admissions at Idaho State University. So if you plan on attending a college or university in the U.S., plan on taking the SATs.

What to Expect

You may take the test at your high school, if offered, or at one of the many testing centers.

Catharine Watters works in the guidance department at Macdonald Collegiate Institute, a testing center. "Students are in a classroom with 20 to 27 other students. There is an instructor who reads the instructions out to the students," she says. "Both the instructor and the students must strictly follow the instructions."

Students are given three hours to complete the test.

In the spring of 2005, the SATs underwent a change in their format. The SATs now consist of three sections: writing, which includes a short essay; critical reading, formerly known as verbal section; and math.

In Preparation

How much time you spend preparing for the SATs may make it easier to complete the test in the given time frame. The better prepared you are, the more at ease you will be while taking the test.

"Learn what the SAT is about by reading the material you are given when you register," recommends Jan Gams. Gams is the associate director of public affairs with College Board.

Margaret Benedict is the founder of College Preparation Services. She feels that improving one's vocabulary is key to doing well on the SATs. She recommends that students put emphasis on vocabulary words that will be on the test.

"There are many books in bookstores that key in on SAT words," she says.

Another preparation option is to take practice tests. There are many benefits to taking such tests. You can find out what areas you need to work on. They will give you an idea of how long it will take you to complete the SATs. If you find it takes you an exceedingly long period of time to complete a practice test, try taking more tests in order to get your time down.

Perhaps the best indicator of how you will do on the SAT is the PSAT (Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test). The PSAT will give you a good idea of the SAT format. Inquire at your high school guidance office about when and where the PSAT is available to you.

If you don't mind spending a little more money to bring up your score, perhaps you'd like to opt for an SAT course. These are available on computer or through tutorials.

Benedict says her one-on-one tutorials have been known to bring up students' scores by 200 points. "I show them how to use strategies that apply to their particular learning style," she says.

The night before you take the test, sleep well, knowing you've done all you could. Before going in to take the test, eat a good meal. You'll find you think more clearly without hunger pains.

Test Time

The moment you've prepared for has arrived. "Students are generally very nervous," says Watters.

Benedict believes that encouragement can go a long way towards easing the mind of a student getting ready to take the SATs. "A lot of test success is how you feel. Most students can improve test scores by gaining confidence," she says.

So listen closely to the instructions, take a deep breath and relax. Take each question in turn, carefully reading it and the multiple-choice answers. When you're finished, be confident in the fact that you've done your best.

What the Results Mean for You

With a high SAT score, you may have more options when it comes time to choose a college or university. Also, a good score will increase your chances of getting a scholarship.

If you did not do so well your first time around, take heart. You can take the test again. "It's better to do it again so you know what types of questions there are," says Watters. Consider taking the SAT relatively early in the school year so you have the opportunity to take it more than once.

Remember, SAT scores are just one of the variables taken into consideration when applying to college. "Other factors are more important," says Gams, "such as grades in tough classes."

Echanis is quick to comment that SATs are just part of the student admissions. "SATs are a factor for admission, but more weight is placed upon the grade point average in college core entrance subjects," he says.

Even so, the SATs continue to be used as part of the admissions process. They should be taken seriously and given your best effort.

Links

How the SATs Work
Answers some common questions
http://people.howstuffworks.com/sat1.htm

So You Wanna Ace the SAT?
Find out how
http://www.soyouwanna.com/site/syws/acesat/acesat.html

Secrets of the SAT
Learn more about the SAT test
http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/sats/index.html

 

SAT Subject Tests (formerly known as the SAT II)

What are the SAT Subject Tests and how do they differ from the SAT?

The subject matter of the SAT and SAT Subject Tests couldn't be more different. The SAT covers basic math, vocabulary, and some general reading ability while the SAT Subject Tests are designed to measure specific knowledge in particular academic areas like Biology or World History. Each SAT Subject Test is an hour long and you can take anywhere from one to three in one day.

What SAT Subject Tests are there to take?
 
English Writing Chinese with Listening
English Literature French and French with Listening
Math Level IC German and German with Listening
Math Level IIC Modern Hebrew
United States History Italian
World History Japanese with Listening
Biology Korean with Listening
Chemistry Latin
Physics Spanish and Spanish with Listening
  English Language Proficiency Test

How do colleges use the SAT Subject Tests in admissions decisions?
It must first be said that the majority of colleges don't require you to take an SAT Subject Test and don't really use them as a factor in admissions. Of the third that do ask for them, the weight given to the SAT Subject Test varies from school to school. Usually only the very best schools use your SAT Subject Test scores as an evaluative tool in the admissions process. So if you have the ambition of going to the Ivy League, then it's important to do well on these tests. If you plan on applying to less competitive colleges, then the SAT Subject Tests don't merit as much concern.

Of the colleges that require you to take the SAT Subject Tests, most ask for you to take three. And of those three, most require the Writing exam and either of the Math choices (IC or IIC). The third choice is up to you (how nice of them).

The great thing about the third choice is that you can take any test you think you might excel in. So if you're a history buff or you speak Latin like Caesar, then this is your chance to shine.

The third exam is also usually a great place to show your knowledge in the field you plan to pursue in college. If you are applying to the premed program, it may be a good idea to take the Biology test. If you want to study for a degree in French literature, take the French test.

Unfortunately, the Writing and Math tests usually carry more weight than the others so these tests merit the most preparation. The great thing is that they can be easily prepared for.

Can I take more than three?
Sure, go ahead. If you think you are going to do well on numerous tests, it can only help your application.

How are these tests scored?
All of the tests are scored on a 200 - 800 scale, just like the SAT math and verbal sections.

How should I prepare?
The majority of students find themselves in most need for preparation on the Writing and Math tests. You have a few options. If you are feeling confident enough to study on your own, check out The Princeton Review's "Cracking the SAT II Writing" and "Cracking the SAT Math Subject Test".

Many people find an SAT II classroom course to be the most effective way to prepare for the exam. The Princeton Review offers courses in Math IC, Math IIC, Writing, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. Our courses have lively, enthusiastic instructors who really know their stuff; small, focused classes; extra help when you need it; top notch materials; and most importantly, proven results! Our students improve an average of 137 points on the SAT Subject Test Writing test and 83 points on the SAT Subject Test Math IC or IIC tests.*

* 2002 Princeton Review SAT II Course Study, International Communications Research


Where are SAT Subject Tests (formerly the SAT II) required?

Some colleges require or recommend that you take an SAT II subject test.  Look at the list below for Pennsylvania and surrounding states.  If no bracketed statement follows the name of the college, SAT II tests are REQUIRED for admission to that school.   In all other cases-SAT II recommended or known special circumstances-specific information is provided.

A special note to home schooled students: your requirements may be somewhat more extensive than those for individuals that attend public or private school.   Please be certain to check with each individual college or university regarding SAT II requirements (or recommendations) for home schooled students. 

In all cases, however, be certain to double-check with the school(s) to which you are applying to assure that information on SAT II testing is both accurate and up-to-date.   Sources of information consulted in the compilation of this list include: "The College Handbook 2004", published by The College Board; individual college catalogs and web pages; direct telephone contact with individual admission offices; and Cigus Vanni, Counselor, Cherry Hill High School West.

PENNSYLVANIA

Allegheny College    [SAT II Writing test and one other SAT II test in intended major recommended]
Bryn Mawr College [ACT may be submitted in lieu of both SAT I/II]
California University of Pennsylvania    [recommended]
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania   [recommended]
Dickinson College   [SAT I and ACT optional, SAT II recommended]
Franklin and Marshall College    [ACT may be submitted in lieu of both SAT I/II; SAT II Writing required if not in top ten percent of class or if submitting ACT]
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania    [SAT II Biology and SAT II Chemistry
required of all applicants to Medical Technology program]
Lafayette College    [SAT II optional, considered for placement in math and
in languages if submitted]
Lehigh University    [recommended]
Saint Joseph's University    [recommended]
Susquehanna University    [recommended]
University of Pennsylvania [ACT may be submitted in lieu of both SAT I/II]
Ursinus College    [recommended]
Valley Forge Christian College    [recommended]
Villanova University    [required for placement in French and Spanish]

NEW JERSEY

Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison   [recommended]
Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck    [recommended]
New Jersey Institute of Technology [recommended]
Princeton University [required]
Stevens Institute of Technology    [SAT II required of all applicants to accelerated and dual degree programs; recommended for all other applicants]
The College of New Jersey [SAT II Writing required for placement]

NEW YORK

Alfred University (private division, not state-school division) [recommended]
Barnard College    [ACT may be submitted in lieu of both SAT I/II; if SAT I/II submitted, must take SAT II Writing; SAT II Literature; and one of student choice]
City University of New York (CUNY), Brooklyn and Queens campuses [required for all Honors and scholarship candidates, recommended for all other applicants]
Colgate University [ACT may be submitted in lieu of both SAT I/II]
Columbia University, Fu Foundation College of Engineering   
Cooper Union    [SAT II Math IC or IIC and Physics or Chemistry required of engineering applicants]
Cornell University    [required of the following schools and majors: Arts and Sciences; Human Ecology; Engineering; Industrial/Labor Relations; Hotel Management; and Architecture]
Fordham University    [recommended]
Hamilton College    [submit one of the following: ACT; SAT I; three SAT II tests; three Advanced Placement (AP) tests; three International Baccalaureate (IB) tests; or a combination of any three of the preceding exams, provided that at least one is verbal and one is quantitative]
Hobart and William Smith Colleges    [SAT II optional, considered for admission if submitted by February 15]
Jewish Theological Seminary of America, Albert List College    [SAT II Writing required; three SAT II tests required for applicants to Double Degree Program with Barnard]
New York University (NYU)   [SAT II Writing and two other SAT II tests required of applicants to accelerated BA/MD program, recommended for all other applicants]
Polytechnic University, Brooklyn and Long Island campuses    [recommended]
Pratt Institute    [SAT Writing and Math IC required for all applicants to program in architecture]
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI)   [SAT II in math and science required of all applicants to accelerated degree programs and must be taken by November 1 of senior year]
Saint Elizabeth College of Nursing    [recommended]
Saint Thomas Aquinas College    [recommended]
Sarah Lawrence College    [three SAT II tests may be submitted in lieu of SAT I or ACT]
Skidmore College   [recommended]
State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook   [recommended]
Union College    [three SAT II tests may be submitted in lieu of SAT I or ACT; applicants to accelerated degree programs must submit both SAT I and SAT II tests]
University of Rochester    [two SAT II tests required of all applicants to Early Medical Scholars Program; recommended for all other applicants]
Vassar College [ACT may be submitted in lieu of both SAT I/II]
Wagner College    [SAT II Biology required of all applicants to Physician Assistant program; recommended for all other applicants]
Webb Institute (of Naval Architecture)

MARYLAND

Goucher College    [SAT II optional, considered in admission if submitted]
Johns Hopkins University [ACT may be submitted in lieu of both SAT I/II]

OHIO

Case Western Reserve University    [recommended]
Oberlin College      [recommended, especially SAT II Writing]
Ohio Wesleyan University    [recommended]
Wittenberg University    [recommended]
 


 

 

   

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