It is highly recommended that students take these exams no later than May or June of the junior year (11th grade).  Most colleges will accept scores for admission purposes up until the December test date of student's senior year (12th grade) It is the student's job to verify this information with each college campus they are applying to.  Students interested in applying early admissions need to have completed all of their entrance exams by October of Senior year.

Students need to register ONLINE and before the deadline.  Our school code is 052970.  Students will need to chose a test center where they will take the exam.  The earlier your register the more likely you'll be able to take the exam at a school of your choice.  You have the option to send your scores to four colleges, so be prepared to enter these schools during the registration process. 

You can register here:

• SAT I (Reasoning): www.collegeboard.com
• SAT II (Subject Test): www.collegeboard.com
• ACT Registration: www.actstudent.org

PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Assessment Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test): gives students an opportunity to become aware of types of questions they will find when taking the SAT I.  PSAT scores from the junior year will be used to determine National Merit Scholarship candidates.  The PSAT/NMSQT is given in October each year.  Check with your School Counselor to find out when it will be offered at your school.  Announcements should appear in the bulletin indicating date, time and cost of the test. 

SAT Reasoning Test: is used by the California State Universities, Universities of California, and many Private Universities, as a requirement for admissions.  The test is 3 hours and 45 minutes long and students are tested in Reading, Mathematics, and Writing (25 minutes long).

SAT Subject Tests: It is recommended by the UC system NOT required and many private universities require it.  Students should take two Subject Tests in any of the following subjects: Literature, Math Level II, History, Science, or Language.  

ACT: is accepted in place of the SAT Reasoning by colleges and universities.  Students are allowed a total of five hours to complete this test that contains multiple-choice tests in four areas: English, Mathematics, Reading, and Science.  Writing section adds an additional 45 minutes and is required by Universities of California and some Private Universities.

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