SAT
2021-2022 Student Guide
Taking the SAT is a great way to find out how ready you are for college and career. Just as important, taking the SAT connects you to College Board programs and services that can propel you toward the opportunities you’ve earned through your own hard work. We’ve created this guide to help you:
- Become familiar with the test so that you’re not surprised or confused on test day.
- Learn the test directions. The directions for answering the questions in this guide are the same as those on the actual test.
- Review the sample questions. The more familiar you are with the question formats, the more comfortable you’ll feel when you see similar questions on the actual test. In particular, be sure to practice writing answers to the student-produced response questions on the Math Test later in this guide. Find additional sample questions at sat.org.
- Understand how the tests are scored.
- Be aware of what you need to know about taking this test. Terms and conditions and other test security and fairness policies can be found after the sample questions.
Registration
If you would like to re-take the SAT or you are a sophomore who would like to take the SAT as practice, students can register at sat.collegeboard.org (*Note: All students are mandated to complete the SAT in their junior (11th grade) year in Illinois. ISBE covers the cost of registration and students will take the assessment on a school day in March or April)
Test Fees:
SAT - $52.00
Other fees:
Register by phone: $15
Change fee: $30
Late Registration fee: $30
**Fee Waivers may be available for eligible students!**
(See Mrs. Feltes for details)
***On January 19, 2021, College Board announced that it will eliminate the optional essay section from the SAT as well as the SAT subject tests. These moves come after the COVID-19 pandemic rendered traditional standardized test-taking difficult or inaccessible to many high school students. HOWEVER, Illinois state mandates that students must take the SAT with Essay during the SAT School Day.
SAT - $52.00
Other fees:
Register by phone: $15
Change fee: $30
Late Registration fee: $30
**Fee Waivers may be available for eligible students!**
(See Mrs. Feltes for details)
***On January 19, 2021, College Board announced that it will eliminate the optional essay section from the SAT as well as the SAT subject tests. These moves come after the COVID-19 pandemic rendered traditional standardized test-taking difficult or inaccessible to many high school students. HOWEVER, Illinois state mandates that students must take the SAT with Essay during the SAT School Day.
Test Centers near Hartsburg-Emden:
SAT Prep
Official SAT Prep - Free practice tests, information about test material, and sample questions. (Be sure to take a look at the sample essay questions!)
Khan Academy - Free practice materials, information about the redesigned SAT, and practice tips. Students get free Official SAT Practice powered by Khan Academy. After receiving their PSAT scores, they will receive a unique SAT study plan based on their performance by linking their College Board and Khan Academy accounts. Khan Academy practice can be used to prepare for the PSAT and SAT because of the close alignment of these tests (satpractice.org)
Official SAT Student Guide - Free practice tips and questions
Univeristy HQ
PrepFactory is a free, interactive test prep site for teachers and students. Our site breaks the test into bite-sized concepts and provides strategy tips, practice sets, and a personalized study path so you can master the test. Give us a look at www.prepfactory.com!
Ivy Global
Magoosh
Khan Academy - Free practice materials, information about the redesigned SAT, and practice tips. Students get free Official SAT Practice powered by Khan Academy. After receiving their PSAT scores, they will receive a unique SAT study plan based on their performance by linking their College Board and Khan Academy accounts. Khan Academy practice can be used to prepare for the PSAT and SAT because of the close alignment of these tests (satpractice.org)
Official SAT Student Guide - Free practice tips and questions
Univeristy HQ
PrepFactory is a free, interactive test prep site for teachers and students. Our site breaks the test into bite-sized concepts and provides strategy tips, practice sets, and a personalized study path so you can master the test. Give us a look at www.prepfactory.com!
Ivy Global
Magoosh
Bradley University Virtual SAT and ACT Review
Designed for high school students taking college admissions tests for the first time, or for those wishing to improve a previous score, the classes will cover exam content, sharpen test-taking strategies, and help build confidence while also providing immediate feedback from experienced instructors.
The cost is $95 per student for the SAT or ACT review, or $99 for the combined review. For more information and to register, visit bradley.edu/SAT.
The deadline to register is January 25.
Designed for high school students taking college admissions tests for the first time, or for those wishing to improve a previous score, the classes will cover exam content, sharpen test-taking strategies, and help build confidence while also providing immediate feedback from experienced instructors.
The cost is $95 per student for the SAT or ACT review, or $99 for the combined review. For more information and to register, visit bradley.edu/SAT.
The deadline to register is January 25.
Heartland Community College- SAT Boot Camp Grades 9-12
See that SAT score soar! Put your mind at ease and learn test taking tips and strategies to tackle the SAT with confidence. Prepare yourself for what to expect with practice tests and sample questions. Take away practical skills to approach the reading, language and math portions of the exam.
Course Fee:
$115.00, includes textbook
Dates:
**No 2022 dates announced yet**
Time:
**
Where:
Online (Zoom)
See that SAT score soar! Put your mind at ease and learn test taking tips and strategies to tackle the SAT with confidence. Prepare yourself for what to expect with practice tests and sample questions. Take away practical skills to approach the reading, language and math portions of the exam.
Course Fee:
$115.00, includes textbook
Dates:
**No 2022 dates announced yet**
Time:
**
Where:
Online (Zoom)
Heartland Community College - Essential SAT Skills
Get equipped for your SAT using a proven approach from Cambridge Education Services. Take a simulated practice test to identify areas of improvement and focus. Practice test-taking strategies and skill-building exercises. Engage in reading, writing, and math lessons as well as social studies and science competencies. Take home practice problems to reinforce what you learn in class and leave with applications for approaching your exam with confidence. Please register for the SAT at www.collegeboard.org or through your high school guidance counselor’s office.
Course Fee:
$149.00, includes textbook
Dates:
**No 2022 dates announced yet**
Time:
**
Where:
HCC Bloomington Campus
Get equipped for your SAT using a proven approach from Cambridge Education Services. Take a simulated practice test to identify areas of improvement and focus. Practice test-taking strategies and skill-building exercises. Engage in reading, writing, and math lessons as well as social studies and science competencies. Take home practice problems to reinforce what you learn in class and leave with applications for approaching your exam with confidence. Please register for the SAT at www.collegeboard.org or through your high school guidance counselor’s office.
Course Fee:
$149.00, includes textbook
Dates:
**No 2022 dates announced yet**
Time:
**
Where:
HCC Bloomington Campus
Illinois Central College - SAT Prep Course
The State of Illinois has replaced the ACT college entrance exam with the College Board’s SAT for all Illinois public high school juniors. Illinois Central College offers an SAT PREP course that will help students prepare for the test AND answer parents’ questions regarding the transition from ACT to SAT. The SAT PREP course also helps students gain knowledge in what scores and subject tests are required for college admission and teaches test-taking strategies. Our Review Sessions start with an introductory night in which we ask that a parent or guardian attend this first session. The introductory night will always be Monday during the first week of SAT PREP classes. We will then offer four, three-hour sessions within a two week period. SAT Prep is held from 6:00 - 9:00 pm at the Illinois Central College Peoria Campus, Hickory Hall, 5407 N. University Street, Peoria. The Introductory night is held from 6:00-7:30 (a parent or guardian is encouraged to attend).
Course Fee:
$115.00, includes text & materials (Register here)
Dates:
**No 2022 dates announced yet**
The State of Illinois has replaced the ACT college entrance exam with the College Board’s SAT for all Illinois public high school juniors. Illinois Central College offers an SAT PREP course that will help students prepare for the test AND answer parents’ questions regarding the transition from ACT to SAT. The SAT PREP course also helps students gain knowledge in what scores and subject tests are required for college admission and teaches test-taking strategies. Our Review Sessions start with an introductory night in which we ask that a parent or guardian attend this first session. The introductory night will always be Monday during the first week of SAT PREP classes. We will then offer four, three-hour sessions within a two week period. SAT Prep is held from 6:00 - 9:00 pm at the Illinois Central College Peoria Campus, Hickory Hall, 5407 N. University Street, Peoria. The Introductory night is held from 6:00-7:30 (a parent or guardian is encouraged to attend).
Course Fee:
$115.00, includes text & materials (Register here)
Dates:
**No 2022 dates announced yet**
Phone Apps
- Daily Practice for the SAT
- Make practice part of your routine — any place, any time. Answer a question a day on the Daily Practice for the New SAT app and get immediate feedback. The free app makes it easy to answer an exclusive, official reading, writing and language, or math question; reveal a hint if you're stuck; read answer explanations and learn from your mistakes; and keep at it — daily practice can only sharpen your skills.
- Scan and Score Technology -- Simulate test day and take the SAT or PSAT 10 on paper. Then — for the first time ever — take a picture of your answer sheet and get an instant score.
- Download on the Apple App Store or Android Google Play
- SAT Score Converter App
- The College Board’s SAT Score Converter is the official tool for comparing old and new SAT scores. It uses a method called concordance to estimate how you might have scored on a different test.
- This app also allows you to compare your SAT scores to ACT scores