SAT Calendar: Dates and Deadlines 2024 - 2025

In today's fast-paced world, where education plays a pivotal role in shaping our future, standardized tests like the SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test) have become a critical milestone for countless students across the United States and around the globe.

As such, understanding the SAT Calendar: Dates and Deadlines is essential for anyone embarking on this educational journey. Whether you're a high school student planning to take the SAT for the first time or a seasoned test-taker seeking to improve your score, this comprehensive guide will provide you with invaluable insights and information to help you navigate the SAT landscape with confidence.

*Late registration is now available for all students (including international students). Additional fees may apply. 

Join us as we explore the SAT test calendar, registration deadlines, and essential details that will empower you to take control of your educational future.

Content:
  1. SAT Calendar: Dates and Deadlines
  2. SAT Calendar: Dates and Deadlines 2024 - 2025
    1. SAT TEST DATE: Aug 24, 2024
    2. SAT TEST DATE: Oct 5, 2024
    3. SAT TEST DATE: Nov 2, 2024
    4. SAT TEST DATE: Dec 7, 2024
    5. SAT TEST DATE: Mar 8, 2025
    6. SAT TEST DATE: May 3, 2025
    7. SAT TEST DATE: June 7, 2025
  3. Anticipated 2025 - 26 Test Dates
  4. Test Fees for domestic students
  5. Score Service Fees for Domestic Students
  6. Change Test Type, Center, or Date
  7. International Fees
    1. Additional Registration Fees for international students
  8. Canceling a Registration
  9. Score Service Fees for international students
  10. Rush Reports:
  11. Get Scores By Phone
  12. SAT Fee Waivers

SAT Calendar: Dates and Deadlines

Registration is open for all students for the entire 2023–24 testing year.

If you are a low-income student, you may be eligible for a fee waiver. To apply for a fee waiver, you will need to submit documentation of your financial need.

All deadlines expire at 11:59 p.m. ET, U.S.

If you're testing in the U.S. you can start taking the digital SAT in spring 2024

SAT Calendar: Dates and Deadlines 2024 - 2025

These test dates and deadlines apply to all students—U.S. and international—taking the digital SAT:

SAT TEST DATE: Aug 24, 2024

Aug 24, 2024 - 7:45 AM LOCAL

Aug 24, 2024 SAT Test DeadlinesDates
Registration Deadline (Regular)Aug 9, 2024
Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation,
and Late Registration
Aug 13, 2024

SAT TEST DATE: Oct 5, 2024

Oct 5, 2024 - 7:45 AM LOCAL

Oct 5, 2024 (Digital) SAT Test DeadlinesDates
Registration Deadline (Regular)Sept 20, 2024
Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation,
and Late Registration
Sept 24, 2024

SAT TEST DATE: Nov 2, 2024

Nov 2, 2024 (Digital**) - 7:45 AM LOCAL

Nov 2, 2024 (Digital) SAT Test DeadlinesDates
Registration Deadline (Regular)Oct 18, 2024
Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation,
and Late Registration
Oct 22, 2024

SAT TEST DATE: Dec 7, 2024

Dec 7, 2024 (Digital**) - 7:45 AM LOCAL

Dec 7, 2024 (Digital) SAT Test DeadlinesDates
Registration Deadline (Regular)Nov 22, 2024
Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation,
and Late Registration
Nov 26, 2024

SAT TEST DATE: Mar 8, 2025

Mar 8, 2025 (Digital**) - 7:45 AM LOCAL

Mar 8, 2025 (Digital) SAT Test DeadlinesDates
Registration Deadline (Regular)Feb 21, 2025
Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation,
and Late Registration
Feb 25, 2025

SAT TEST DATE: May 3, 2025

May 3, 2025 (Digital**) - 7:45 AM LOCAL

May 3, 2025 (Digital) SAT Test DeadlinesDates
Registration Deadline (Regular)Apr 18, 2025
Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation,
and Late Registration
Apr 22, 2025

SAT TEST DATE: June 7, 2025

June 7, 2025 (Digital**) - 7:45 AM LOCAL

June 7, 2025 (Digital) SAT Test DeadlinesDates
Registration Deadline (Regular)May 22, 2025
Deadline for Changes, Regular Cancellation,
and Late Registration
May 27, 2025

** Students taking the digital SAT who need to borrow a device from College Board will need to register and request their device earlier than the registration deadline—at least 30 days before test day.

Anticipated 2025 - 26 Test Dates

SAT Test Date
August 23, 2025
October 4, 2025
November 8, 2025
December 6, 2025
March 14, 2026
May 2, 2026
June 6, 2026

Test Fees for domestic students

The SAT registration fee is $68. Some students are eligible for a fee waiver.

Additional Registration Fees

Additional fees are charged for these services:

SERVICESFEEDETAILS
Change test center$29For changing your test center only. (To change the test date, you must cancel and register for a new test.)
Cancel fee$29For canceling your registration by the change deadline.
Free with fee waiver (upon cancellation, your unused fee waiver benefits will be returned to you).
Late cancel fee$39For canceling your registration after the change deadline, by Thursday 11:59 p.m. ET before test day.
Free with fee waiver (upon cancellation, your unused fee waiver benefits will be returned to you).
Late registration*$34For registering after the regular deadline but before the late registration deadline.
Free with fee waiver.
*United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands only.

Score Service Fees for Domestic Students

Fees are charged for some score-related services.

SERVICEFEEDETAILS
Additional score reports$14 per report. Unlimited free score reports with fee waiverYour first four score reports are free if you order them by nine days after the test date. Additional reports or reports ordered after that time incur this fee.
Rush reports$31Additional score report fees apply.
Get scores by phone$15 per callAvailable at the same time as online scores. You must pay by credit card at the time of the call.
SAT Question-and-Answer Service$16
Fee waiver available
SAT Student Answer Service$16
Free with fee waiver
Hand score verification$55
Fee reduction available

Change Test Type, Center, or Date

Can only be done online or by phone. Some changes include fees.

Website: Create or sign in to your College Board Account

By Phone:

Domestic: 866-756-7346 Credit card payment required.

International: 212-713-7789 Credit card payment required.

International Fees

The SAT registration fee is $68, plus a $43 regional fee.

Additional fees are charged for these services.

Additional Registration Fees for international students

SERVICEFeeDetails
Test center fee (select locations only)$24View a list of test centers that are known to charge a test center fee.
Late registration*$30For registering after the regular deadline but before the late registration deadline.
Change test center$25For changing your test center only. (To change the test date, you must cancel and register for a new test. Learn how to change your registration information.)
Cancel registration fee$25For canceling your registration by the change deadline.
Late cancel fee$35For canceling your registration after the change deadline, by Thursday 11:59 p.m. ET before test day.

Canceling a Registration

If you must cancel your registration, you can do so in your My SAT account. If you cancel by Thursday 11:59 p.m. ET before test day, you'll receive a full refund of your registration fee but will be charged a cancellation fee:

  • If you cancel before the regular cancellation deadline, the fee is $25.
  • If you cancel after the regular cancellation deadline, by Thursday 11:59 p.m. ET before test day, the fee is $35.

If you cancel your registration and later decide you do want to take the test on that date, you'll need to register again.

Instructions for cancel registration:

  1. Sign in to your My SAT account and go to the registration you want to cancel.
  2. From the I would like to menu, select Cancel Registration.
    You can cancel the registration or register for a new date first.

Score Service Fees for international students

Fees are charged for some score-related services.

SERVICEFEEDETAILS
Additional score reports$14 per reportYour first four score reports are free if you order them by nine days after the test date. Additional reports or reports ordered after that time incur this fee.
Rush reports$31Additional score report fees apply.
Get scores by phone$15 per callAvailable at the same time as online scores. You must pay by credit card at the time of the call.
Archived scores$31Additional score report fees apply.

Rush Reports:

If you need your SAT scores sent faster than regular delivery, you can order rush reporting for an additional fee:

  • Rush reports are sent within 1–4 business days (not counting holidays and weekends).
  • Rush reports are available only for scores that were already released.
  • Rush reports can't be changed or canceled.

Ordering Methods: You can order rush reporting online, by phone, or by mail.

Website: Sign in to your College Board Account

By Phone:

Domestic: 866-756-7346 Credit card payment required.

International: 212-713-7789 Credit card payment required.

Get Scores By Phone

Website: Sign in to your College Board Account

By Phone:

Domestic: 866-756-7346 Credit card payment required.

International: 212-713-7789 Credit card payment required.

Note: If you contact us to request a service, once we receive that request, it cannot be canceled.

SAT Fee Waivers

If you're eligible for a fee waiver, you can take the SAT for free and get other benefits.

Getting a Fee Waiver

If you think you're eligible, talk to your school counselor about getting a fee waiver code from them or, starting in fall 2023, request a fee waiver directly from College Board.

If you choose to request a fee waiver directly from College Board, please:

  • Review the eligibility criteria.
  • Be mindful of registration deadlines and apply for fee waivers early so you can apply those benefits in a timely manner.
  • Be prepared to share the contact information of an adult who can verify your eligibility.
  • Talk to your school counselor if you have questions about the process.

Homeschooled Students

If you're homeschooled, you can get a fee waiver by contacting a local high school counselor or, starting in fall 2023, you can request a fee waiver directly from College Board.

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