Getting Ready for the SAT

Sep 22, 2026

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Getting Ready for the SAT provides an overview of the SAT and practical guidance for test takers. It explains what the SAT measures, outlines the major sections and how to prepare, and directs readers to free and affordable SAT practice resources from the test maker. The booklet also introduces the Student Search Service, describing how students can opt in during registration, how colleges use the information, and the limits on score sharing and data use. It emphasizes the value of practice with real tests and offers next steps for college planning.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages88

Reading Time3 h 42 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction to the SAT and the College Board

The Critical Reading Section

The Mathematics Section

The Writing Section

Official SAT Practice Test

Scoring the Essay

Scoring the Official SAT Practice Test

Student Search Service

Why Should You Take the SAT?

Getting Ready for the SAT ® effective september 2013 InsIde: About the SAT® Test-taking advice and tips An official practice test Find more free and affordable practice tools at [sat.org/practice](sat.org/practice). A little practice goes a long way. SAT practice tools Get more Free ® AnD AFForDAble from the test maker n Free SAT Practice Tools n The Official SAT Study Guide™(also available with DVD!) n The Official SAT Online Course™ Do your best on test day. Practice with real SAT tests and get helpful tips. [sat.org/practice](sat.org/practice) © 2013 The College Board. Introduction to the SAT® and the College Board If you plan to register for the SAT, you can use this book to get familiar with the test. Remember, if you have access to the Internet you can find everything in this booklet and more at [sat.org/practice](sat.org/practice). Contents Introduction to the SAT and the College Board ...................................1 The Critical Reading Section ................................................................... 5 The Mathematics Section ....................................................................... 11 The Writing Section .................................................................................25 Official SAT Practice Test .......................................................................33 Scoring the Essay...................................................................................... 81 Scoring the Official SAT Practice Test.................................................82 Student Search Service® Student Search Service® is a free program that connects you with colleges and universities across the country that are looking for students just like you. If you take the PSAT/NMSQT®, the SAT, SAT Subject Tests™ or any AP® Exam, you can be included in this free service. Here’s how it works: During SAT or SAT Subject Test registration, indicate that you want to be a part of Student Search Service. Your name is made available for access, along with other information such as your address, high school grade point average, date of birth, grade level, high school, email address, intended college major and extracurricular activities. Colleges and scholarship programs then use Search to help them locate and recruit students with characteristics that they find to be a good match with their programs. This is a great way for you to get information about colleges with which you may not be familiar. Here are some points to keep in mind about Student Search Service: ■ Being part of Student Search Service is voluntary. While most students who take the PSAT/NMSQT, AP Exams, SAT or SAT Subject Tests participate in this service, you may take the test even if you don’t take part in Student Search Service. ■ Colleges participating in Student Search Service never receive student scores or phone numbers. Colleges can ask for names of students within certain score ranges, but your exact score isnot reported. ■ Being contacted by a college doesn’t mean you have been admitted. The colleges and organizations that participate want to find students who fit in with their environment, classes, programs, scholarships and special activities. However, you can be considered for admission only after you apply. Student Search Service is simply a way for colleges to reach prospective students like you and inform them of their opportunities. ■ Student Search Service will share your contact information only with colleges and qualified nonprofit educational or scholarship programs. Your name will never be sold to a commercial marketing firm or retailer of merchandise or services (such as test prep) . Why Should You Take the SAT? The SAT is an essential passport for your college admission journey. The SAT gives colleges what they want: a showcase of your skills and potential. The College Board is here to help guide you throughout the college-

FAQs

What is the purpose of the SAT booklet "Getting Ready for the SAT"?

It helps students understand the SAT, what it measures, and how to prepare, including guidance and an official practice test reference.

What advice does the booklet give for preparing for test day?

Practice with real SAT tests and use helpful tips, along with free practice tools provided by the test maker.

How does Student Search Service work and what information do colleges receive?

Students opt in during SAT or SAT Subject Test registration. Colleges and qualified programs can access information such as address and intended major, but they never receive students’ exact scores or phone numbers.

Sep 22, 2026

Uploaded by Quinn