SAT and ACT Guidance during COVID - for Students and Parents of the Class of 2022

Sep 14, 2026

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Guidance for students and parents of the Class of 2022 explains how COVID-19 has affected college admissions and standardized testing, including the shift toward “test optional” policies. It clarifies what the ACT and SAT are, how they differ, and how college applications may require test results or more involved essays. The document outlines changed SAT/ACT registration processes, test site and date considerations, score-sending rules for colleges and athletes, and links to current test-optional listings and free study resources.

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What are the ACT/SAT?

Difference between ACT and SAT

How has registration changed due to COVID-19?

College Admissions and ACT/SAT

Test optional policies

Should I send my test scores?

How do I register for the SAT or ACT?

Testing dates and sites

SAT Exams

ACT Exams

SAT and ACT Guidance during COVID Students & Parents of the Class of 2022, Covid-19 has impacted and changed college admissions. Many schools have become“test optional,”which means a college admissions test score is no longer required for admission. Please read through the guidance below to help direct you on the next steps as you head into your senior year. Also, please understand that this guidance is subject to change based on changes with state and national guidance, university admissions decisions, and corporate policies. What is the ACT/SAT? ● The ACT and SAT are college admissions tests. Colleges typically use the score earned on the ACT and/or SAT as part of their admission process. You can Google colleges to look for the average ACT and SAT test score needed for admission. What is the difference between ACT and SAT? ● [https://blog.prepscholar.com/act-vs-sat](https://blog.prepscholar.com/act-vs-sat) How has registration changed due to Covid-19? ● Juniors typically take the SAT in the EVSC in the spring, and the cost of the exam is covered by EVSC. Due to the Covid-19, the EVSC did not offer the “School Day SAT”last year. Several EVSC schools will be test sites for Saturday testing. Students who have not already tested will need to register and pay for these tests on their own. College Admissions and ACT/SAT ● Some colleges and universities are choosing a “test optional” admissions policy. Students will need to check with the schools they plan to apply for in the fall to determine if the ACT or SAT is needed for admission. Colleges that utilize “test optional” typically require a more involved essay in the admission requirements. ● Use this link to check a current list of test optional schools for 2022-23: [https://thecollegecurators.com/test-optional-colleges-for-2022-2023/](https://thecollegecurators.com/test-optional-colleges-for-2022-2023/) 􀁸 Having a good SAT or ACT may help with scholarship selection even if colleges don’t require a test for admission. Furthermore, some may require a score for admission to certain programs (i.e. IU Kelley School of Business) Should I send my test scores? ● When registering, you should select colleges that you think you would like to attend and send your test scores. Many schools will require test scores directly from the testing agency. If you have to send scores after the test there will be a fee assessed. ● College bound athletes must send their scores to the NCAA eligibility center and/or the NAIA center. NCAA code 9999 NAIA code is 9876 How do I register for the SAT or ACT? ● Students must register online at the following websites: [o](o SAT: www.collegeboard.org)[ SAT:](o SAT: www.collegeboard.org)[ ](o SAT: www.collegeboard.org)[www.collegeboard.org](o SAT: www.collegeboard.org) [o](o ACT: www.actstudent.org)[ ACT:](o ACT: www.actstudent.org)[ ](o ACT: www.actstudent.org)[www.actstudent.org](o ACT: www.actstudent.org) ● Students will need their High School Code. Reitz High School 150960 ● You will have to upload a photo-see websites for guidelines. [Free Test Resources available at: Khanacademy.org](Free Test Resources available at: Khanacademy.org) [and ACT.org/academy](and ACT.org/academy) Testing Dates and Sites *Testing sites and dates are subject to change. Please check SAT/ACT websites for up to date information. SAT Exams | Test Date | Registration Deadline | Test Sites | | --- | --- | --- | | August 28, 2021 | July 30, 2021 | Bosse, Castle, Reitz, Harrison | | October 2, 2021 | September 3, 2021 | Bosse, Castle, Reitz, Harrison | | November 6, 2021 | October 8, 2021 | Bosse, Castle, Reitz, Harrison | | December 4, 2021 | November 4, 2021 | Bosse, Castle, Reitz, Harrison | | March 12, 2022 | February 11, 2022 | Bosse, Castle, Reitz, | | May 7, 2022 | April 8, 2022 | Bosse, Castle, Reitz, Harrison | Remember: Register for the SAT Reasoning Test----NOT the SAT Subject Tests ACT Exams | Test Date | Registra

FAQs

What does “test optional” mean for college admissions during COVID-19?

Many colleges no longer require an ACT/SAT score for admission. Students should check each school’s requirements, because “test optional” colleges often ask for a more involved essay.

How have SAT registration and testing locations changed due to COVID-19?

The document notes that EVSC did not offer “School Day SAT” the previous year due to COVID-19. Several EVSC schools will act as test sites for Saturday testing, and students may need to register and pay on their own if they haven’t already tested.

Should students send their ACT/SAT scores even if colleges are test optional?

Students should select colleges they intend to attend and plan to send scores during registration. The guidance also notes that some scholarships may consider scores and some programs may require scores for admission.

Sep 14, 2026

Uploaded by Mabel