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The College Board offers three main extended time options: 50% extended time (time and a half), 100% extended time (double time), and 150% extended time for rare cases involving severe functional limitations. The most commonly granted accommodation is 50% extended time.
To qualify, students must have a documented disability that impacts their ability to take standardized tests under timed conditions, demonstrate how the disability affects test performance, and provide comprehensive evidence such as neuropsychological evaluations showing the functional need for extended time.
Students must work with their school's Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) coordinator to submit a request through the College Board's SSD Online system. The application requires a detailed description of the disability, an explanation of its impact on test-taking, and relevant educational history.
The total test duration varies by accommodation level. With 50% extended time, the SAT takes approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. With 100% extended time, it extends to around 4 hours and 28 minutes. Both include extra break time that does not count toward testing duration.
Documentation must clearly explain how the disability affects test performance under timed conditions. Evidence such as neuropsychological evaluations is required, and documentation must demonstrate functional need. Note that low processing speed alone is not sufficient to qualify.
The College Board review process for extended time accommodation requests can take up to seven weeks. Students are encouraged to submit their requests well in advance of their desired test date to allow sufficient time for review.
Yes, the College Board offers section-specific accommodations. Students approved for extended time in reading receive additional time for all test sections involving reading. Those approved only for math extended time receive additional time solely for the Math section.
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