SAT Test Information Guides

PSAT Percentiles 2026: Every Score by Grade

College Board's user and nationally representative percentiles for every PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10 and PSAT 8/9 total and section score, for 8th through 11th grade, with a percentile lookup and the score needed for the 75th, 90th and 99th percentile.

Free PSAT 10 Practice Tests: Online and PDF

A free full-length PSAT 10 practice test online, scored on the 320–1520 scale, plus College Board's three official PSAT 10 PDFs with answers, six sample questions, the PSAT 10 format, percentiles and spring 2027 dates.

Free PSAT 8/9 Practice Tests: Online and PDF

A free full-length PSAT 8/9 practice test online, scored on the 240–1440 scale, plus College Board's three official PSAT 8/9 PDFs with answers, six sample questions, the PSAT 8/9 format, percentiles and 2026–27 dates.

PSAT Test Dates 2026–27: Fall and Spring Testing Windows

PSAT/NMSQT and PSAT 8/9 from October 1–30, 2026 (plus an optional Saturday, October 17), PSAT 10 and PSAT 8/9 from March 1–April 30, 2027, how schools pick the day, homeschool registration and when scores come out.

How to Read Your PSAT Score Report (2026)

Every part of the Fall 2026 PSAT/NMSQT score report explained: total and section scores, score ranges, All Tester Percentiles, grade-level benchmarks, the eight Knowledge and Skills bars and the Selection Index asterisk, with a decoder for your own scores.

National Merit Cutoffs 2027 by State: Official Class of 2027 Semifinalist Scores

Every state's official National Merit Semifinalist cutoff for the Class of 2027 (October 2025 PSAT/NMSQT), released September 9, 2026, next to the Class of 2026, with a state lookup. Commended cutoff: 208.

National Merit Cutoffs for the Class of 2028: State-by-State Estimates

Every state's National Merit Semifinalist cutoff for the Classes of 2027 and 2026, our estimated range for the Class of 2028 (the October 2026 PSAT/NMSQT), and the Selection Index to aim for.

Should Sophomores Take the PSAT in October?

The October PSAT/NMSQT doesn't count for National Merit in 10th grade—but it's a dress rehearsal for the one that will. When sophomores should take it, when to wait for the spring PSAT 10, and how to use the score.

Best SAT Test Dates 2026-2027: When to Take the SAT

Find the best SAT test dates for 2026-2027. See registration deadlines, score release dates, and which test date fits your college application timeline.

SAT Superscore Calculator

Calculate your SAT superscore by combining your highest section scores across multiple test dates to maximize your composite score.

The SAT in 2026: Everything You Need to Know

Complete guide to the SAT in 2026 including test dates, format, scoring, section breakdowns, and proven strategies to maximize your score.

SAT Score Range - Everything You Need to Know

A comprehensive guide to SAT score ranges, percentiles, and what they mean for college admissions and scholarships.

SAT Score Scale - Everything You Need to Know

A complete guide to how digital SAT scores are scaled, including adaptive testing and strategies to get a perfect score.

SAT Score Release Dates in 2026

Learn when to expect your SAT scores in 2026 and how long it takes for colleges to process them.

New Official SAT Practice Tests Coming February 2025

Learn about the upcoming changes to official SAT practice tests, including new tests 7-10 and the removal of tests 1-3.

SAT in 2025 - Everything You Need to Know

Complete guide to the SAT in 2025 including test dates, format changes, and how to prepare effectively.

Should You Guess on the SAT?

Learn about the pros and cons of guessing on the digital SAT and how adaptive testing affects guessing strategy.

How Good is a 1550 on the SAT?

Learn what a near-perfect 1550 SAT score means for college admissions and whether you should consider retaking.

Increasing Your Digital SAT Score From 1500 to 1600

Advanced strategies to help top scorers achieve a perfect 1600 on the Digital SAT.

Studying for the SAT with ADHD

Evidence-based SAT prep for ADHD brains: study methods that actually work, extended time and breaks explained, and the 7-week accommodations deadline most families miss.

SAT Test Anxiety: Strategies to Stay Calm and Score Your Best

Evidence-based SAT anxiety strategies, plus a digital-SAT-specific quirk: why early nerves in an adaptive module can quietly cap your score ceiling.

SAT Accommodations Guide: Extended Time, Documentation & How to Apply

A complete guide to SAT testing accommodations: what's available, who qualifies, how the College Board SSD approval process works, and how accommodations run on the digital SAT.

SAT Guide for International Students: Registration, Test Centers & Fees

A complete guide to taking the SAT outside the US: how registration and the Bluebook app work internationally, test center availability, fees, and how to send scores to US colleges.

How Good is a 1000 on the SAT?

A 1000 sits at the national median — see which colleges are in range, why this is the most improvable score band, and the research-backed retake math.

How Good is a 1050 on the SAT?

A 1050 is just above the national average — see the colleges in range, the first scholarship threshold 50 points away, and how far a prep cycle takes you.

How Good is a 1100 on the SAT?

An 1100 puts you in the top 40% of test takers — see real college score ranges, the test-optional submission decision, and your first automatic merit tier.

How Good is a 1150 on the SAT?

A 1150 is knocking on the flagship door — see which universities are in range and why the next 50 points change both your list and your scholarship tier.

How Good is a 1200 on the SAT?

A 1200 is top-quartile and flagship-viable — see real middle-50% ranges at Purdue, Washington, and UT Austin, plus the merit grids that start paying here.

How Good is a 1250 on the SAT?

A 1250 is top 20% nationally — see the flagships in range, how superscoring works in your favor, and the scholarship tier just ten points away.

How Good is a 1300 on the SAT?

A 1300 is top 14% and honors-college territory — see which flagships are matches, what the merit grids pay from here, and the road to 1500.

How Good is a 1350 on the SAT?

A 1350 is top 10% of all test takers — see where it wins admission versus merit money, and what the last 50 points to 1400 actually buy.

How Good is a 1450 on the SAT?

A 1450 is top 4% and elite-adjacent — see the Ivy math with real enrolled-student data, why the score buys a chance rather than a seat, and when 1500 matters.

How Good is a 1400 on the SAT?

Find out how good a 1400 SAT score is through the eyes of college admissions officers.

How Good is a 1500 on the SAT?

Learn how college admissions officers look at a 1500 SAT score and how you can achieve it.

Increasing Your Digital SAT Score from 1400 to 1500

Actionable strategies in both Reading/Writing and Math sections to boost your SAT score to a competitive 1500

Can You Superscore the Digital SAT and Paper SAT?

Explore the details of SAT superscoring and find out if you can combine section scores across the digital and paper versions of the SAT.

What is a Good SAT Score?

Explore what constitutes a good SAT score, how it compares to national averages, and strategies for using your scores effectively in college applications.

Understanding and Improving Bad SAT Scores

Learn what constitutes a bad SAT score, how to improve it, and strategies for managing your SAT test submissions.

What Is A Perfect SAT Score And How To Get It

A comprehensive rundown on what it takes to get a perfect score on the SAT exam and whether it iss worth the effort.

Maximizing Your 10-Minute Break During the SAT

Learn strategies to effectively use the 10-minute break in the digital SAT to enhance your performance.

How Does Digital SAT Adaptive Testing Work?

Stay informed with critical information about one of the most important changes in the new digital SAT.

Tips For Test Day: What To Do 24 Hours Before Your Exam

Maximize your chances at SAT success by following these guidelines the day before and the morning of the exam.

Is the Digital SAT easier than pen and paper SAT?

Examining the differences between the new Digital SAT and the traditional Pen and Paper SAT to determine whether the new format is easier.

How Many Times Should a Student Take the SAT?

Everything to consider before deciding on the ideal number of attempts.

Increasing Your Digital SAT Score from 1300 to 1500

Actionable strategies and tips to boost your Reading & Writing and Math scores.