2021-22 SAT School Day Student Guide - Important Information About the SAT - Test-Taking Advice and Practice Questions

Oct 10, 2026

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2021-22 SAT School Day Student Guide provides essential information for taking the SAT, including how the test is organized across reading, writing and language, and math. It explains how to use the guide, what to prepare before test day, and what directions and question formats to expect. It also introduces key student processes such as score reporting, privacy policies, testing guidelines, and access to opportunities through College Board services, including account setup and accommodations.

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CategoryExam

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Pages60

Reading Time2 h 31 min

AccessFree to download

Test-Taking Information

Using This Guide

How the SAT Is Organized

Create a College Board Account

If You Need Testing Accommodations

The Optional Student Data Questionnaire

Practice for the SAT

Test Day Items

Testing Guidelines

Useful Resources

Verifying Your Scores

Score Reporting

Required Information for Students Testing in California or New York State

Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

Reading Test Overview

Sample Reading Test Materials

Writing and Language Test Overview

Sample Writing and Language Test Materials

Math

Math Test Overview

Calculator Use

Sample Math Test Materials

The SAT Essay

SAT Essay Overview

Sample Essay Materials

SAT Terms and Conditions

Introduction

2021-22 SAT ® SCHOOL DAY Student Guide Important information about the SAT Test-taking advice and tips Practice questions Learn all about the SAT® inside. Connect your College Board results and get personalized practice at [satpractice.org](satpractice.org) About College Board College Board is a mission-driven not-for-profit organization that connects students to college success and opportunity. Founded in 1900, College Board was created to expand access to higher education. Today, the membership association is made up of over 6,000 of the world’s leading educational institutions and is dedicated to promoting excellence and equity in education. Each year, College Board helps more than seven million students prepare for a successful transition to college through programs and services in college readiness and college success—including the SAT® and the Advanced Placement® Program. The organization also serves the education community through research and advocacy on behalf of students, educators, and schools. For further information, [visit](visit collegeboard.org)[ collegeboard.org](visit collegeboard.org). SAT Customer Service You can reach us Monday to Friday, 8 a.m.–9 p.m. ET ( 9 a.m.–7 p.m. after the June test through mid-August) . PHONE: 866-756-7346 INTERNATIONAL: +1-212-713-7789 EMAIL: [sat@info.collegeboard.org](sat@info.collegeboard.org) MAIL: College Board SAT Program P.O. Box 025505 Miami, FL 33102 © 2021 College Board. College Board, SAT, Advanced Placement, AP, Student Search Service, and the acorn logo are registered trademarks of College Board. Score Choice, Access to Opportunity, A2O, BigFuture, CSS Profile, and Career Finder are trademarks owned by College Board. All other marks are the property of their respective owners. Visit College Board on the web: [collegeboard.org](collegeboard.org). Khan Academy is a registered trademark in the United States and other jurisdictions. ii 2021-22 SAT School Day Student Guide Contents 1 Test-Taking Information 1 Using This Guide 1 How the SAT Is Organized 2 Create a College Board Account 2 If You Need Testing Accommodations 3 The Optional Student Data Questionnaire 3 Sending Scores 4 Connect to Opportunities in Higher Education 4 Student Search Service 5 Practice for the SAT 5 Test Day Items 5 Testing Guidelines 5 Privacy Policies 6 Telemarketing Scams 6 Test Fairness Review 6 Test Question Inquiries 6 Makeup Testing 6 Fee Waiver Benefits for Income-Eligible Students 6 Useful Resources 7 Verifying Your Scores 7 Score Reporting 7 Required Information for Students Testing in California or New York State 9 Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 9 Reading Test Overview 10 Sample Reading Test Materials 18 Writing and Language Test Overview 19 Sample Writing and Language Test Materials 25 Math 25 Math Test Overview 25 Calculator Use 25 Answering Student-Produced Response Questions 26 Tips for the Math Test 26 Sample Math Test Materials 27 Math Test – No Calculator Questions 31 Math Test – Calculator Questions 37 The SAT Essay 37 SAT Essay Overview 37 Sample Essay Materials 47 SAT Terms and Conditions 47 Introduction 47 Section 1. Photo Requirements for Registration for Weekend Testing 47 Section 2. Admission to the Test Center for Weekend Testing 47 Section 3. Required and Prohibited Items for Testing 48 Section 4. Prohibited Behaviors 49 Section 5. Score Cancellation and Disciplinary Measures 50 Section 6. Privacy 51 Section 7. Miscellaneous 52 Section 8. Policies and Requirements 52 Section 9. Intellectual Property Rights 52 Section 10. ARBITRATION OF DISPUTES AND CLASS ACTIONS WAIVER 53 Section 11. Venue and Waiver of Jury Trial 53 Section 12. LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY 53 Section 13. Severability 53 Section 14. Restricted Registrations 53 Section 15. Accessibility of These Terms and Conditions Student Guide 2021-22 SAT School

FAQs

What is the SAT School Day Student Guide designed to help students do?

It helps students become familiar with the SAT, learn test directions, and review sample question formats so they feel prepared on test day. It also outlines what students must know and agree to before testing.

How is the SAT organized according to the guide?

The SAT measures knowledge and skills in reading, writing and language, and math. It emphasizes reasoning and critical thinking rather than memorization of unused facts.

What kinds of topics are covered in the SAT Terms and Conditions referenced by the guide?

The guide states that the Terms and Conditions include acceptable photo identification, required and prohibited testing items, acceptable and unacceptable calculators, test security and fairness policies, device rules, and privacy policies related to student information.

Oct 10, 2026

Uploaded by acoobca