How are SAT scores reported?
The scores of SAT are derived from three sections of the test, each on the scale of 200-800. Two sub-scores are given for the writing section - one for multiple choice sub-score on the scale of 20-80, another for essay sub-score on the scale of 2-12.

How to know more information regarding the test results:
Every student who has taken the SAT exam have free access to the SAT official website www.collegeboard.com, where you can get all the information about your test and other details like, types of questions, level of difficulty, and number of correct, incorrect, or omitted answers you have answered in each section.

What kind of essay will be asked to write in SAT exam?
In the essay writing you will be asked to write on a particular issue and support them with examples from your studies and experience. It doesn’t require any prior knowledge to write the essays.

Do the essays will be assessed by the colleges?
Colleges can see a copy of the essay when you send an official score report to that college. They use the writing scores for the admissions decisions and possibly for the placement in English composition or related courses. Check how the colleges make use of your scores.

What are the difference between SAT and PSAT/NMSQT?
Both the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT are the standardized test that determines the reasoning skills in critical reading, quantitative reasoning, and writing. PSAT/NMSQT includes actual SAT questions, but it is little easier than SAT. SAT scores are used for college admissions, whereas PSAT/NMSQT scores are used to now the feedback on the areas in which you could improve. PSAT/NMSQT gives you a chance to qualify for scholarship and recognition programs and is the best practice for the SAT.

Time Limit
SAT : 3Hrs and 45Mins
PSAT/NMSQT: 2Hrs and 10Mins

Does a student get a minimum of 200 on SAT even if it is left unanswered?
The College Board doesn’t report the scores that are lower than 200. In fact, if a blank answer sheet with student identification information will be considered as the request to cancel the scores and scores will be reported.

Does the whole SAT has only multiple choice questions?
Besides multiple choice questions, SAT contains a 25-minute written essay. The test also has 10 student-produced response math questions, where you have to fill in, or “grid-in” the answers through a specific section of the answer sheet.

What is the difference between SAT Reasoning test and Subject test?
SAT reasoning test can determine your abilities in applying your knowledge learnt from the school. It evaluates your abilities in analyzing and problem solving. SAT scores are used for college admissions, as the test forecasts the accomplishment of college education. Whereas, SAT subject test is a one-hour preliminary multiple choice test on a particular subject area. It determines the abilities of the applicant on a specific subject area and the abilities in applying that knowledge.

Can I Retake the SAT exam again?
You can take the SAT test as many times as you can. Your official score report shows your current test score other than the scores of 6 SAT and 6 subject test administrations.

Do I have to take SAT Reasoning test or Subject test?
To know which test you have take, contact the college/university in which you’re seeking for the admission to determine the admission requirement tests and deadlines. Many colleges ask for SAT reasoning test for assessing the admission purposes, while few colleges require Subject tests and few more colleges gives you alternative choice to select by yourself.

What does SAT scores measures in the students?
It measures your ability in preparing for the college-level academics. It allows college administrations to evaluate your college compliance with other applicants in a consistent manner. Since all scores are reported on the scale of 200-800.

Who develops the questions on the SAT and subject tests?
The questions on the SAT and Subject tests are developed by high school teachers, college professors and other educational assessment specialists. The test development council ensures that the tests are consistent with curriculum standards.