The College Board® administers the SAT® for high school students who intend to pursue undergraduate studies within the United States. Let’s walk through all the information you need about SAT test dates, registration fees, eligibility, and more.
SAT Registration & Test Dates
Here are upcoming SAT test dates for 2025, registration deadlines, deadlines for changes, regular cancellations, and late registration.
| SAT Test Date | Registration Deadline | Regular Cancellation Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| May 3, 2025 | Lapsed | April 22, 2025 |
| June 7, 2025 | May 22, 2025 | May 27, 2025 |
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Prospective SAT Test Dates For 2025-26
| 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|
| March 15, 2025 | March 14, 2026 |
| May 10, 2025 | May 9, 2026 |
| June 7, 2025 | June 6, 2026 |
| Aug. 30, 2025 | Aug. 22, 2026 |
| Oct. 4, 2025 | Oct. 3, 2026 |
| Nov. 8, 2025 | Nov. 7, 2026 |
| Dec. 6, 2025 | Dec. 5, 2026 |
The College Board reserves all rights to cancel or change test dates at their discretion.
SAT Test Registration
You can register for the SAT online through the College Board's website. All you have to do is decide when and where to take the test.
“Make sure the details you provide, such as your complete name or residence, match exactly what is on the photo identification you present as verification.”
It is important to remember the SAT registration deadlines so that you do not have to pay more for late registration.
How Do You Register for the SAT Test
The official College Board website is where you complete the SAT registration process. Before registering, make sure to have your photo and form for payment ready. The registration process takes about 30 minutes to complete. The website saves your registration process if you leave it incomplete midway, so you can always return and finish it later. To make it easier for you, we have put together a step-by-step guide on how to complete the SAT registration process:
1. Check Your Calendar
Ask your guidance counselor, or go online, to find out when the SAT is being offered. Pick a day that is good for you, but make sure you leave yourself plenty of time to prepare for the test.
2. Set Up Your Account
To register for the SAT, you'll need to set up an account on the College Board® website. Make sure you register using your full legal name as shown on your photo ID, correct date of birth, address, and high school details.
3. Open Your Account Dashboard
Once you’ve set up your account, go to your dashboard and click on the “Register for the SAT” option.
4. Fill Out the Questionnaire
Enter your personal and parents’ information, school information, expected graduation date, and location. At this point, you can also register for the Student Search Service.
5. Select your Test Date
Select your preferred SAT test date and center from the dropdown menu. Upon confirming your selection, you’ll have 20 minutes to complete the rest of the registration process.
6. Upload Your Photo
Upload a recent photo of yourself that shows your head and shoulders with your entire face clearly visible and square to the camera.
7. Choose your Device
Choose your test day device from the dropdown menu and review your test information.
8. Pay Your Fees
You are required to pay a fee to complete the registration process. If you miss the registration deadline, which is a month before your test date, you will be charged an additional late fee.
How to Reschedule Your SAT Test Date
The College Board does not allow for rescheduling of the SAT test dates once you register for them. If you need to change your test date, you must cancel your test registration and register for a new test.
SAT Registration Fees and Score-Related Services
Understanding the costs associated with SAT registration and score-related services is essential for planning your test journey. Here’s a breakdown of the fees.
SAT Test Fees for 2025
The basic registration fee is $68. Some test-takers may qualify for a fee waiver if they are eligible. There may be additional registration fees for the services listed below.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| To change the test center | $29 |
| To cancel registration before the deadline | $29 |
| To cancel registration before the deadline | $39 |
| Late registration | $34 |
Score-Related Services
The College Board offers additional score-related services. To keep things hassle-free, we have listed these specific services and their associated fees in the table below:
| Score-Related Services | Fee |
|---|---|
| Additional score reports | $14 per report |
| Unlimited free score reports with fee waiver | |
| Rush reports | $31 |
| Get scores by phone | $15 per call |
| Archived scores | $35 |
| Score verification | $55 (Fee waiver available) |
Note: If you are taking the SAT test outside of the United States, learn about the international fees for SAT registration and more here.
Can I Get a Refund for my SAT Registration Fees?
If you cancel before or on test day, you can get a full refund of your SAT registration fee, but there is a cancellation fee.
- A complete refund will be issued in the same manner as the initial payment was made.
- Refunds are processed beginning 3-5 business days from your cancellation date.
- You can get a refund on the score report fees only if you are unable to take the test on test day.
- If an order is canceled and hasn't been completed or sent out, any fees associated with the additional score report will be returned.
- There is no way to get your money back for a rush score report.
- If your order hasn't been fulfilled or you didn't take the test on the scheduled day, you will be reimbursed for the SAT Student Answer Service.
Who Is Eligible for the SAT Test?
The College Board has no specific eligibility requirements that you must meet before taking the test. Let's look at the SAT eligibility requirements you will need to know to take the test.
| SAT Test Parameters | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | No fixed criteria |
| Age limit | No minimum or maximum age limit |
| Educational qualification | No particular academic criteria |
| No. of SAT attempts | No limit on the number of attempts a student can make on this test |
| ID proof | Government-issued driver's license or non-driver ID card or passport |
SAT Test Centers
You can find local test centers by visiting the SAT Test Center page. You can search for a test center by doing the following:
- Select your testing country.
- Select the date you want to take the test from the drop-down menu.
- Select the location you want to take the test.
- Once you click the "find a test center" tab, you will see the results with a list of available test centers on your screen.
SAT test day should be hassle-free to help you focus on your exam. It is important to be aware of the rules and regulations you must follow when taking the SAT. Visit our page on SAT Test Policies and Accommodations to stay up-to-date on the regulations and be better prepared for test day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the acceptable payment methods for SAT registration?
You can pay for your SAT registration fee in the following ways.
- Credit card: American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club, and JCB.
- PayPal Account: Before registering, create a PayPal account if you don’t already have one. Ghana doesn’t support PayPal as a method of payment.
Are SAT test fees tax-deductible?
How do I cancel my SAT registration?
References
- The Digital SAT Registration and Test Day Guide. (2024). satsuite.collegeboard.org. Retrieved April 10, 2025, from https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/digital-sat-registration-test-day-guide.pdf
- Changing Your Registration Info – SAT Suite | College Board. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2025, from https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/change-cancel/changing-registration-info
- SAT Refunds – SAT Suite of Assessments | College Board. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2025, from https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/fees-refunds/refunds
- Digital SAT Dates and Deadlines – SAT Suite | College Board. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2025, from https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital/digital-testing/dates-deadlines
- SAT Test Fees – SAT Suite of Assessments | College Board. (n.d.). Retrieved April 10, 2025, from https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/fees-refunds/test-fees
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