 Standardized Testing
School Code: 221072
Standardized tests are often required for college admission. Students take these tests to demonstrate to colleges their mastery of specific subjects. There are 3 standardized tests that are most often used:
1. SAT Reasoning Test
2. SAT Subject Tests
3. ACT
The SAT Reasoning Test is approximately 4 hours in length and includes questions in critical reading and mathematics and a writing section. Most colleges require either the SAT Reasoning Test or the ACT test. Check the admissions requirements at all schools you are interested in to learn about their specific requirements. Cost: $45.00*
SAT Subject Tests are 1 hour in length and are subject specific. The 5 general areas include: English, History, Math, Science, and Languages. Not all colleges require the SAT Subject Tests, but an increasing number of schools are beginning to require them. Be sure to check specific college requirements. If a college "recommends" taking the tests, but does not require them, we advise you to take them. Cost: $20 for the first test, $9 for each test thereafter*
The ACT Test is approximately 3 hours in length and is a multiple choice test that covers four skill areas: English, mathematics, reading, and science. There is also an optional Writing component that is an additional 30 minutes. Some colleges require the Writing Test, others do not. Please be sure to check specific college requirements. Cost: $32.00 not including the Writing Test, $47.00 including the Writing Test*
* Fee waivers are available through the Guidance Department for students who qualify for free and reduced lunch.
A typical testing schedule is as follows:
Junior Year April: ACT
Junior Year May: SAT Reasoning
Junior Year June: SAT Subject Tests
Senior Year Fall: Any tests you wish to improve upon
Our school code is 221072.
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