What is the SAT Subject Tests

Bulletins

When & Where

Registration

Preparation

Test Day

Scores

What is the SAT Subject Tests?

The SAT Subject Tests is a series of tests on specific academic subjects. Some of these tests may be required by some U.S. and international colleges and universities, both for entrance and placement, during the undergraduate admissions process. Among the tests offered are

·  Writing

·  Literature

·  U.S. History

·  World History

·  Math Level IC

·  Math Level IIC

·  Biology (Ecological/Molecular)

·  Chemistry

·  Physics

·  Languages, including French, Spanish, and English, among others

More details can be found in the SAT Subject Tests test bulletin.

Where do I get a bulletin?

AMIDEAST maintains a supply of test bulletins. If you are not in a country where AMIDEAST has an office, please visit your high school guidance counselor or local advising office to obtain a bulletin.

Information on the exam content and registration procedures is also available at the College Board SAT Web site.

Where and when can I take the SAT Subject Tests?

The SAT Subject Tests is offered several times a year with registration deadlines approximately two months before the test date. The SAT Subject Tests is administered on those dates in a paper-based format at designated test centers.

How do I register?

To register for the SAT, please visit www.sat.org. AMIDEAST is not involved in the SAT registration process.

How do I prepare for the SAT Subject Tests?

It is important for you to be familiar with the kinds of questions asked on the SAT Subject Tests. There are several ways to prepare.

·  Visit the SAT Web site for sample questions and tips

·  Do the questions in the Taking the SAT Subject Tests bulletin.

·  Purchase SAT preparation materials from AMIDEAST

·  Take a test preparation class at AMIDEAST

What do I do on the day of the test?

Arrive at the designated test center at the assigned test time. Check-in procedures take time. If you arrive late, you may not be admitted to the test, and you will forfeit your test fees.

Bring photo bearing identification, as described in the SAT registration bulletin. Bring your test confirmation information.

What about my scores?

Your official scores will be mailed from the United States about three weeks after the test. Please allow time for them to arrive by international mail.

If you need score reports to be sent to additional institutions, please complete the form in the SAT registration bulletin and return it with payment to the College Board. If paying by credit card, you may also contact the College Board on-line or by telephone as detailed in the registration bulletin.