AdmissionJunior YearFinal SAT attempt

Final SAT attempt

Take final SAT August 23 2025 or ACT if needed

Junior Year
August
Testing
High Priority

Step-by-Step Guide

Overview

August SAT is your last summer testing opportunity. If you're taking it, you're ready!

Test Date

August 23, 2025

  • Registration deadline: August 8, 2025
  • Late registration: August 12, 2025 (+$35 fee)

Consider This If...

  • You didn't reach your target score in spring
  • You want a final superscore improvement
  • You're applying EA/ED and need scores by November

Not Necessary If...

  • You already hit your target
  • You're applying test-optional
  • More prep won't meaningfully improve your score

Final Prep Tips

  • Focus on highest-impact weak areas
  • Take 1-2 practice tests in the 2 weeks before
  • Don't cram - it rarely helps and increases stress

After August SAT

  • Scores release around September 9
  • Use these for all application deadlines
  • October 4 is the last date for November 1 deadlines (scores ~October 18)

Decision Point

After August, decide: Submit scores or go test-optional? This might be different for each school based on their medians.

Helpful Resources

  • SAT Registration

Task Details

Assigned to: Student
Best time: August
Week: 4

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