TIME FRAME AND INFORMATION ON THE SAT AND ACT TESTS - Testing Timetable - Registration Guidelines

Sep 14, 2026

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Testing timetable and preparation guidance for high school students covering PSAT, SAT I/ACT, SAT II (optional), and AP exam periods by grade level. Includes key actions such as registering with required CEEB school code, completing registration forms with consistent name details, and understanding constraints like not taking SAT I and SAT II on the same test date. Explains fee payment and the availability of fee waivers for students with demonstrated financial need, and directs users to official College Board resources for specific dates and requirements.

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TESTING TIMETABLE

9th and 10th Grade

11th Grade

12th Grade

Guidelines for Filling Out Testing Registration Forms

The Official SAT Online Course from College Board

TIME FRAME AND INFORMATION ON THE SAT AND ACT TESTS TESTING TIMETABLE 9TH and 10th Grade: 1. PSAT (fall) . 11th Grade: 1. PSAT (fall) . 2. ACT or SAT I –strongly encouraged to take the test twice. 3. AP exams–May. 4. *SAT II (optional)– May/June – [Juniors who are completing A.P. courses](Juniors who are completing A.P. courses) should take the SAT II (it may be an admission requirement at the school in which you are applying!) . 12th Grade: 1. ACT or SAT I – October, November, December – if necessary. 2. *SAT II – October, November, December – if necessary (check your college admissions requirements) . 3. AP Exams – May. Please refer to www.[collegeboard.com](collegeboard.com) or the College Board Registration Booklet (can be obtained in the guidance office) for specific details relating to the SAT/SAT II tests and test preparation. ACT information can also be obtained from your guidance office. All colleges do not require the SAT II tests. Please check to see if the college(s) you are applying to require SAT II testing. Students who demonstrate financial need can receive up to two fee waivers for the SAT I and up to two additional fee waivers for the SAT II Subject Tests. Contact your guidance counselor for additional information. Additionally, college application fees cannot be waived unless a student has received a fee waiver from the College Board. Guidelines for Filling Out Testing Registration Forms The CEEB code will be needed when registering for the SAT’s & ACT’s. You will need to attain this code from your high school guidance office. 1. Name – be consistent (no nicknames!) . 2. The SAT I and SAT II may not be taken on the same test date. 3. Be sure to enclose the testing fee (if registering by mail) or via credit card/bank card if registering via the internet. 4. Use your social security number on all forms and be sure to sign the forms if registering by mail. Please refer to the addendum section of this handbook which details SAT and AP testing dates as administered by the College Board. The Official SAT Online Course from College Board How to register: [1.](1. Go to www.collegeboard.com/satonlinecourseschool)[ Go to www.collegeboard.com/satonlinecourseschool](1. Go to www.collegeboard.com/satonlinecourseschool) 2. In the “Students” box click “Register Now”. Then enter your school code: Need to attain your code from your guidance office. 3. Sign in with your [collegeboard.com](collegeboard.com) account OR create a new one.

FAQs

Which tests are recommended or required for each grade level?

9th–10th grade includes PSAT (fall). 11th grade includes PSAT (fall) plus ACT or SAT I (encouraged twice), and AP exams in May. 12th grade includes ACT or SAT I in October–December if necessary, SAT II in October–December if necessary, and AP exams in May.

When should students take the optional SAT II subject tests?

SAT II is listed as optional and scheduled for May/June for juniors finishing AP courses, and October–December for seniors if necessary. Students should also check their college admissions requirements.

What information is required to fill out SAT and ACT registration forms?

Students need the CEEB code from their high school guidance office, must keep their name consistent without nicknames, enclose the testing fee (by mail or card online), use a social security number on all forms, and sign the forms when registering by mail.

Sep 14, 2026

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