Participating Universities

As a standardized tool to measure students’ college readiness, it works as a common data point used to compare all applicants. In addition to the SAT score, the college admissions authorities review your class grades, letters of recommendation from teachers or mentors, extracurricular activities, admissions interviews, and personal essays.

Duration of exam

3-hour long exam

Score criteria

Both the sections are scored on a 200 to 800-point scale and the sum of this section is the total SAT score, with the highest possible SAT score being 1600.

Sections

The SAT is a 3-hour long exam with two sections – Maths, and evidence-based reading and writing.

Salient Features

The weightage of all these aspects, as well as the SAT scores, varies from college to college. But, in general, a higher SAT score offers better options and avenues for admission, as well as scholarships