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How and when to send your SAT scores to colleges.
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This guide outlines the steps and options for sending your SAT scores to colleges. It covers the procedures, costs, timing, and additional considerations such as free score reporting, additional reports, Score Choice, and superscoring.
Sending your SAT scores to colleges is a crucial part of the college application process. The College Board offers various options—both free and paid—to help you submit your scores. Understanding the procedures, fees, and deadlines will ensure that your scores reach your chosen institutions promptly and efficiently.
Log in to Your College Board Account
Visit collegeboard.orgcollegeboard.org and sign in to your account.
Access Your Scores
Navigate to the "My SAT" section to view your available scores.
Select "Send Scores"
Click on the "Send Scores" option next to your test results.
Choose Recipients
Search for colleges by name or code and add them to your recipient list.
Select Scores to Send
Decide whether to send all your scores or use Score Choice to select specific test dates.
Review and Confirm
Double-check your selections and proceed to checkout if applicable.
Eligibility:
Each time you register for the SAT, you can send your scores to up to four colleges for free.
Deadline:
Considerations:
Free score reports are sent automatically after your test is scored. Because you won’t be able to view your scores before they are sent, you cannot use Score Choice for these reports. This may pose a risk if you are uncertain about your performance.
Cost:
After the free report window, sending additional score reports costs $14 per report.
Rush Reporting:
If you need your scores sent quickly, rush reporting is available for $31 per report, delivering scores within 1–4 business days.
Fee Waiver:
Students eligible for SAT fee waivers can send unlimited score reports for free. Contact your high school counselor to determine eligibility.
Processing Time:
The College Board typically sends scores to colleges within 10 days after you receive them.
College Processing:
Once received, colleges may take an additional week to process your scores.
Recommendation:
Send your scores well in advance of application deadlines to ensure timely delivery.
Score Choice:
This option allows you to choose which SAT scores to send to colleges. You can select specific test dates, though not individual sections from different dates. Be aware that some colleges require you to send all your SAT scores.
Superscoring:
Some colleges consider your highest section scores from multiple test dates to create a new composite score. Check each college's policy on superscoring to understand how they evaluate your scores.
Global Recognition:
Over 500 institutions across 85 countries accept SAT scores for admissions. This is particularly relevant for English-taught programs in regions like the EU.
Sending Scores:
The process for sending scores to international colleges is the same as for U.S. colleges. Always verify individual institution requirements and deadlines.
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How and when to send your SAT scores to colleges.
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Get step-by-step guidance on sending SAT scores to colleges. Understand free score reports, deadlines, and score-sending options.
This comprehensive guide is designed to help you navigate the SAT score-sending process, ensuring that your scores are delivered efficiently and in accordance with college requirements.
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