For Higher Ed Professionals
The SAT democratizes access to higher education for all students. Learn about the test's design, scoring, and capacity to support college success.
Benefits of the SAT
The SAT has changed significantly over its more than 100-year history and offers a wide range of benefits to students, educators, and higher ed professionals.
Attitudes Toward College Admission and the SAT
Survey data show that more than 80% of students and parents support having the option to send SAT scores for college admission, whether optional or required. Colleges continue to use the SAT for a wide range of purposes including admissions and scholarship review, course placement, and early identification of students who may benefit from additional academic support.
Beyond the Admission Decision: New Trends in Test Score Use
An increasing number of institutions are collecting standardized test scores after admissions decisions have been made. Recent case studies provide insight into how colleges and universities are communicating their testing policies and incorporating test scores in varied and innovative ways, including for advising, placement, and academic support.
SAT and College Enrollment
Learn how the SAT informs college recruitment, admission, and success.