SAT 2025-26 Test Dates & Deadlines
SAT 2025-26 Test Dates & Deadlines
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Planning your SAT? This page lists SAT dates 2025–26, regular and late/change deadlines (most close 11:59 p.m. ET), and expected score-release timing. We keep it updated as new dates post.
Quick exam pattern: the digital SAT has two sections Reading & Writing (64 min) and Math (70 min)—each with two adaptive modules. That’s 98 questions total (54 R&W, 44 Math). Scores stay on the 400–1600 scale, with no penalty for guessing. You’ll test in Bluebook with a built-in graphing calculator (handhelds allowed). Complete Bluebook setup 1–5 days before test day to generate your admission ticket.
2025-26 SAT Test Dates & Deadlines
The SAT offers Saturday “national” administrations throughout the year. For 2025–26, U.S. students can test in August, September, October, November, December, March, May, and June. Each date has two cut-offs: regular registration and a changes/late-registration deadline (both close 11:59 p.m. ET). Complete Bluebook exam setup 1–5 days before test day to generate your admission ticket. Dates below come from the College Board’s official calendar.
Upcoming SAT Weekend Dates (Aug 2025–Jun 2026)
Test Date
Test Date
Regular
Deadline
Regular
Deadline
Late-Reg
Deadline
Late-Reg
Deadline
Late-Reg
Deadline
Aug 23, 2025
Aug 23, 2025
|
Aug 12, 2025
Aug 12, 2025
Sep 13, 2025
Sep 13, 2025
Aug 29, 2025
Aug 29, 2025
Sep 2, 2025
Sep 2, 2025
Oct 4, 2025
Oct 4, 2025
Sep 19, 2025
Sep 19, 2025
Sep 23, 2025
Sep 23, 2025
Nov 8, 2025
Nov 8, 2025
Oct 24, 2025
Oct 24, 2025
Oct 28, 2025
Oct 28, 2025
Dec 6, 2025
Dec 6, 2025
Nov 21, 2025
Nov 21, 2025
Nov 25, 2025
Nov 25, 2025
Mar 14, 2026
Mar 14, 2026
Feb 27, 2026
Feb 27, 2026
Mar 3, 2026
Mar 3, 2026
May 2, 2026
May 2, 2026
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Apr 21, 2026
Apr 21, 2026
Jun 6, 2026
Jun 6, 2026
May 22, 2026
May 22, 2026
May 26, 2026
May 26, 2026
Source: College Board “SAT Dates and Deadlines.”
Note: Sunday administrations immediately follow Saturday; October’s Sunday is Oct 13, 2025 (religious-holiday exception).
Score-Release Schedule (Students & Educators)
Score-Release Schedule (Students & Educators)
Test Date
Student Scores
Educator Scores
Aug 23, 2025
Aug 23, 2025
Sep 5, 2025
Sep 5, 2025
Sep 8, 2025
Sep 8, 2025
Sep 13, 2025
Sep 13, 2025
Sep 26, 2025
Sep 26, 2025
Sep 29, 2025
Sep 29, 2025
Oct 4, 2025
Oct 4, 2025
Oct 17, 2025
Oct 17, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025
Nov 8, 2025
Nov 8, 2025
Nov 21, 2025
Nov 21, 2025
Nov 24, 2025
Nov 24, 2025
Dec 6, 2025
Dec 6, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 19, 2025
Dec 22, 2025
Dec 22, 2025
Spring 2026 SAT Score Release Schedule
Official International ACT Test & Deadlines 2025-2026
Test Date
Student Scores
Educator Scores
Mar 14, 2026
Mar 14, 2026
Mar 27, 2026
Mar 27, 2026
Mar 30, 2026
Mar 30, 2026
May 2, 2026
May 2, 2026
May 15, 2026
May 15, 2026
May 18, 2026
May 18, 2026
Jun 6, 2026
Jun 6, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
Downloadable Resource
Download: SAT 2025–26 Dates & Deadlines Planner
Download: Digital SAT Test-Day & Bluebook Setup Checklist
SAT School Day (in-school testing)
Many U.S. schools offer SAT during the school day. Students don’t register through College Board; schools choose the date and handle logistics.
Fall 2025 window: Oct 1–31, 2025
Spring 2026 window: Mar 2–Apr 30, 2026
Tip: Ask your counselor if your school is participating
Registration checklist (weekend SAT)
Create a College Board account and pick a test center.
Upload a compliant photo and pay the fee.
If you need a loaner device, request it ≥30 days before test day during registration. SAT Suite+1
1–5 days before test day, open Bluebook, complete exam setup, and get your admission ticket (print/email it)
How to choose your SAT date?
Work backward from your application deadlines so scores arrive in time.
Leave room for one retake (late summer/early fall of senior year is common).
Avoid clashes with APs, finals, or major school events.
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More helpful read & resources
More helpful read & resources
More helpful read & resources
Downloadable Resource
Download: SAT 2025–26 Dates & Deadlines Planner
Download: Digital SAT Test-Day & Bluebook Setup Checklist
SAT School Day (in-school testing)
Many U.S. schools offer SAT during the school day. Students don’t register through College Board; schools choose the date and handle logistics.
Fall 2025 window: Oct 1–31, 2025
Spring 2026 window: Mar 2–Apr 30, 2026
Tip: Ask your counselor if your school is participating
Registration checklist (weekend SAT)
Create a College Board account and pick a test center.
Upload a compliant photo and pay the fee.
If you need a loaner device, request it ≥30 days before test day during registration. SAT Suite+1
1–5 days before test day, open Bluebook, complete exam setup, and get your admission ticket (print/email it)
How to choose your SAT date?
Work backward from your application deadlines so scores arrive in time.
Leave room for one retake (late summer/early fall of senior year is common).
Avoid clashes with APs, finals, or major school events.
Spring 2026 SAT Score Release Schedule
Test Date
Student Scores
Educator Scores
Mar 14, 2026
Mar 27, 2026
Mar 30, 2026
May 2, 2026
May 15, 2026
May 18, 2026
Jun 6, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
Jun 22, 2026
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FAQ's - SAT Timing & Exam Length
FAQ's - SAT Timing & Exam Length
FAQ's - SAT Timing & Exam Length
When do SAT registration deadlines close?
They close at 11:59 p.m. ET on the listed date. Most dates also have a final Late/Changes cutoff for late registration, test-date changes, or regular cancellations (fees may apply).
When do SAT registration deadlines close?
They close at 11:59 p.m. ET on the listed date. Most dates also have a final Late/Changes cutoff for late registration, test-date changes, or regular cancellations (fees may apply).
When do SAT registration deadlines close?
When do SAT registration deadlines close?
Is late registration available for every test?
Is late registration available for every test?
Is late registration available for every test?
Is late registration available for every test?
What’s the difference between Weekend SAT and School Day SAT?
What’s the difference between Weekend SAT and School Day SAT?
What’s the difference between Weekend SAT and School Day SAT?
What’s the difference between Weekend SAT and School Day SAT?
How do I choose the right test date?
How do I choose the right test date?
How do I choose the right test date?
How do I choose the right test date?
When will I get my scores?
When will I get my scores?
When will I get my scores?
When will I get my scores?
Can I change my test date after registering?
Can I change my test date after registering?
Can I change my test date after registering?
Can I change my test date after registering?
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