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.