SAT Subject Tests

Registration for the October 11th SAT and SAT Subject Tests is only a month away!

Many of you have been asking about Subject Tests: what they are, how many you should take, and which colleges require them.

The SAT Subject Tests are hour-long, multiple-choice tests that assess your knowledge in particular subject areas. On a single testing date, you can sit for one, two, or three tests. Each test is structured differently, so it’s important to look at practice questions before showing up for the test. As a starting point, you can download a free practice booklet from the College Board website.

Some colleges will ask for one, two, or three Subject Test scores as part of the admissions process. Other colleges may let you choose between submitting Subject Test scores and AP Exam scores. And many colleges do not require Subject Test scores at all! Make sure to look at schools’ admissions requirements in advance so that you have enough time to plan accordingly.

The good news is, with the SAT’s Score Choice option, you can select which Subject Test scores you’d like to send to colleges. If you sit for three tests and a school asks for only one or two scores, you can send just your best ones.

Typically, schools will let you choose which Subject Tests you want to take, unless they state otherwise. You can sit for the tests that best suit your strengths!

Here’s a list of the Subject Tests offered:
- Literature
- U. S. History
- World History
- Math Level 1
- Math Level 2
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Various foreign language tests (French, Spanish, Latin, etc.)

You are not able to sit for both the SAT and SAT Subject Tests on the same testing date, so plan ahead! We recommend taking the SAT before you take any Subject Tests.

If you're planning to take the SAT or SAT Subject Tests on October 11th, remember to register by September 12th.

Happy studying!

Erin, Director of Student Services