The SAT consists of two main sections:
1. Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW): Includes reading comprehension and grammar-based writing tasks.
2. Maths: Tests problem-solving abilities, including algebra, geometry, and data analysis.
Each section is scored on a scale of 200 to 800, with a total score ranging from 400 to 1600. An optional Essay section was discontinued in 2021.
52 standard multiple-choice questions Time Allotted – 65 minutes
44 standard multiple-choice questions Time Allotted – 35 minutes Total Marks – 800
No Calculator Section – 25 questions Time Allotted – 25 minutes Calculator Section – 38 questions Time Allotted – 55 minutes Total Marks – 800
SAT scores are out of 1600
The required SAT score varies depending on the university and program:
Ivy League schools and other elite institutions often expect scores between 1400 and 1600.
Schools ranked in the middle typically accept scores in the range of 1200 to 1400.