Credential type: admission or placement test · verified on the issuer's site September 25, 2026 issuer page
Exam Domains
1 Information and Ideas
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2 Craft and Structure
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3 Expression of Ideas
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4 Standard English Conventions
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5 Algebra
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6 Advanced Math
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7 Problem-Solving and Data Analysis
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8 Geometry and Trigonometry
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Exam Details
Question TypesMultiple Choice, Student-Produced Response (Grid-in)
FormatDigital (computer-based) adaptive test delivered via Bluebook app. Two sections: Reading and Writing; Math. Multistage adaptive testing: performance on Module 1 determines difficulty of Module 2.
Online ProctoringNot available
ID RequirementsAcceptable ID includes: school ID with photo, government-issued photo ID, or College Board admission ticket with photo. Name must match registration exactly.
RenewalNot required -- SAT scores are valid for 5 years; some colleges accept scores indefinitely.
Retake PolicyStudents may retake the SAT as many times as they choose. Scores are valid for 5 years (some colleges accept older scores). Score Choice: students may choose which scores to send to colleges. Superscoring (using best section scores across multiple attempts) is accepted by many colleges.