How to Apply for the SAT Exam: Step-by-Step Guide

Students who are applying to study in countries like the USA, and Canada have to clear multiple competitive exams. One of the many competitive exams to be eligible to study in these countries is the SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test). SAT is an exam that assesses the qualitative aptitude and mathematical skills of the students. Students who are planning to appear for the exam wonder one question ‘ How to apply for the SAT exam”. This blog gives a detailed explanation and answers to test-takers queries and lays down a step-by-step guide on how to apply for the exam.

Particulars	Details
SAT Full Form	Scholastic Assessment Test
Mode of Exam	Pen and paper-based
Level	International
Duration	3 Hours 15 Minutes
Official Website	https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration

How to Apply for the SAT Exam?

The first step to appearing for the SAT exam is to apply for the exam. Here is the step-by-step guide that can help you apply for the test:

Admission Steps

There are different ways to appear for the exam such as by mail or through an online process. 

Here is a detailed description of the online registration process for the exam:

1. Visit the official website of the College Board.
2. Create your new account if you do not already have an account. 
3. Fill in all your details including educational and personal details.
4. Choose your preferred examination and choose your preferred center.
5. Upload your documents and pay the examination fee.

Application Process by Mail

Here is a detailed alternate process to apply for the SAT exam:

1. Buy the book i.e. ‘The Student Registration Guide for the SAT and SAT Subject Tests’ which includes a form and an envelope for return.
2. Fill out the form along with all the required details including personal and educational details.
3. Send the application form with the demand draft through the local representative and these will be redirected to the office in your region.

Also Read: SAT Registration 

Application Fees

Alongside the application form, the candidates have to pay the application fee along with the application form. Here is a detailed overview of the application and other fees for the exam:

Particulars (Fee Types)	Amount
Registration Fee	$103
Late Registration Fee	$30
Waitlist Fee	$53
Cancellation Fee	$25
Late Cancellation Fee	$35
Reschedule Fee	$25
Test Center Change Fee	$25

Admission Dates

Here is a detailed guide on the admission schedule in comparison to the exam date for the SAT Exam:

Registration Date	Exam Date
August 11, 2023	August 26, 2023
September 22, 2023	October 7, 2023
October 20, 2023	November 4, 2023
November 17, 2023	December 2, 2023

Also Read: Top Universities Accepting SAT Scores

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