SAT

We look forward to seeing you on campus soon!

 To ensure test day success please remember to bring:

• your up-to-date admission ticket,
• an acceptable photo ID,
• two No. 2 pencils with erasers,
• an approved calculator, and
• a face mask or face covering*

*As of 08/2021: “College Board is now requiring all students and staff to wear a mask or protective face covering for the duration of your administration, regardless of vaccination status” (College Board). Please note that while Tarleton does not require face masks/coverings we will be complying with the College Board mask requirement to ensure you are still able to take your SAT as scheduled. Disposable face masks will be available at the test check-in desk.

What the test is:

The SAT is an admission for U.S. colleges.

What is on the test:

The SAT is made up of Reading, Writing and Language, and Math. In the Reading Test, students will encounter questions like those asked in a lively, evidence-based discussion. All Reading Test questions are multiple choice and based on passages. The Writing and Language Test, asks testers to be an editor and improve passages that include deliberate errors or weaknesses. The Math Test covers a range of math practices that emphasize problem solving modeling, using tools strategically, and using algebraic structure. The SAT Essay requires students use their reading, analysis, and writing skills by having them read a passage, explain how the author builds an argument, and to support their explanation with evidence from the passage.

What do you need the test for?

The SAT is a test that colleges and universities use to determine if students should be accepted into that institution. The baseline score varies by institution, so students should check admissions requirements for the schools of their choice. The SAT also connects students to scholarship opportunities.

Who to Contact for More Information

For more information on the SAT please visit the SAT CollegeBoard Website.

Helpful Resources

College Board provides several resources including study guides and practice tests. These resources can be found online at the CollegeBoard College Readiness Website.

Scheduling

Scheduling for these exams is handled directly with the vendor not with the Tarleton Testing Centers.