Sat math Essentials

W h e n D o I Ta k e t h e S AT ?
The SAT is offered on Saturday mornings several times
a year. Your high school guidance office can give you a
schedule. You can also find a schedule online at
www.collegeboard.com. Please note that Sunday
administrations will occur the day after each Saturday
test date for students who cannot test on Saturday for
religious reasons.
H o w M a n y T i m e s S h o u l d I Ta k e
t h e S AT ?
The number of times you take the SAT is up to you. You
may register and take the exam as often as you wish.
Most colleges will not hold an initial lower score against
you, and some will be impressed by a substantially
improved score, so taking the SAT twice or three times
with the goal of raising your score is recommended if
you think you can do better. However, some students
prepare hard for their first SAT and feel satisfied with
their initial score.
Regardless, you shouldn’t take the SAT more than
three times. Chances are your score will not change sig-
nificantly on your fourth test. If you are still disap-
pointed after your third score, your time, money, and
energy will be better spent on other parts of your col-
lege application.
But no matter how many times you have taken
the SAT, you’re smart to be using this book. The only
way to raise your SAT score is through preparation
and practice.
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TA K I N G T H E S AT
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W h e r e I s t h e S AT G i v e n ?
Many high school and college campuses host the SATs.
When you register, you will be given a list of sites in
your local area, and you can pick one that is comfort-
able and convenient for you.
Where Do I Sign Up for the SAT?
To sign up for the SAT, you can: