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Test centers may close due to severe weather conditions, local emergencies, or other unforeseen circumstances that disrupt safe testing operations. The College Board monitors these situations and works to ensure affected students are promptly informed and provided with alternatives.
The College Board will notify you via email to the address on your College Board account, text message if you have opted in for SMS alerts, and updates on the official Test Center Closings page. Keeping your contact information current ensures you receive these notifications in a timely manner.
Yes, if rescheduling is not feasible for you, you may request a full refund of your registration fee. Rescheduling or refunds due to test center closures do not require additional fees.
No, rescheduling due to test center closures does not usually incur extra fees. You have the option to review your automatic assignment in your College Board account or manually select a different test date or testing center if needed.
Check your College Board account to view your new test date and location details. If the automatic assignment is not convenient, you can select an alternative test date or testing center. If rescheduling does not work for you, request a full refund.
You can reach the College Board by phone at 866-756-7346 (U.S.) or +1-212-713-7789 (international), or submit an inquiry through the online SAT Contact Form. Customer service is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time.
Review the Test Center Closings page the night before and the morning of your test. Monitor your email and text messages for any alerts from the College Board, and if possible, confirm your test center's status by visiting their website or calling directly.
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