The Upcoming Redesigned SAT

In Junior Conferences, juniors were given a good bit of information on the SAT & ACT tests. Their handout includes:
-the testing schedules for 2015-2016
-what websites to go to to register for each test
-the costs of each test
-what to do to get a fee waiver if you believe you qualify for one
-the HHS free ACT date (March 1, 2016)
-info on the SAT changing in March
-info on some free SAT & ACT-prep books located on our website

You may have a lot of questions about the changing SAT. College Board completely redesigned the SAT & the new version will roll out on the March 5, 2016 SAT test date.

UNC-Chapel Hill has given us a list of their Redesigned SAT Frequently Asked Questions. These were very helpful in determining how they will view the new vs. the old SAT for up to fall 2017 applicants. This is a good start to determine what colleges are thinking/doing regarding the redesigned SAT. If you have specific questions about a particular school you are applying to, it's always best to talk to an Admissions Counselor at that school to be sure.

College Board has also given us counselors a FAQ page regarding the redesigned SAT. Click here to see what College Board has to say.

Click here for an informative article for the graduating class of 2017 in regards to the redesigned SAT titled, "Class of 2017 SAT Guide: New SAT or Old SAT?" Definitely check out the bottom of the article where it says "Ask A Question Below" to see what specific questions students and parents are asking and getting answered.

And as always, College Board should be a great resource for the most up-to-date info on the redesigned SAT.

Happy testing!

-HHS School Counselors