SAT Exam Dates 2025-2026: Registration Guide, Fees & Deadlines

Why Plan for SAT Exam Dates 2025-2026?

The SAT is a key step for college admissions, testing your Reading/Writing and Math skills with scores from 400–1600. The digital SAT, taken via the Bluebook app, lasts 2 hours 14 minutes and is offered 8 times from August 2025 to June 2026. Early registration secures your preferred test center and avoids a $38 late fee. This guide covers SAT exam dates 2025, SAT exam registration, fees, and prep tips to help you succeed.

SAT Exam Dates 2025-2026 Schedule

The SAT is offered 8 times in the 2025–26 testing year, with deadlines at 11:59 p.m. ET. Sunday testing is available the day after Saturday tests (except October 6, 2025, for religious holidays). Here’s the full schedule:

Note: Students borrowing a device from the College Board must register 30 days before the test date. Sunday testing requires a request during registration. 

Step-by-Step Guide to SAT Exam Registration

SAT exam registration is online-only via the College Board website and takes 20–30 minutes. Follow these steps to sign up for your 2025–26 test:

1. Create a College Board Account: Visit the College Board website (satsuite.collegeboard.org) and sign up with your email, name, birthdate, and address. Use a personal email for long-term access.
2. Log In and Start Registration: Go to “My SAT” and click “Register for the SAT.” Fill in personal details (name, address) matching your photo ID.
3. Add Academic Details: Enter high school details, extracurriculars, and college preferences (e.g., major, school size) to build your profile.
4. Select Test Date and Center: Choose a date from the table above and find a test center by ZIP code. International students are charged an additional $43 regional fee.
5. Upload a Photo: Submit a recent headshot (2x2 inches, JPEG <4MB, neutral background, no hats/glasses unless required).
6. Pay the Fee: Pay $68 (U.S.) or $111 (international) via credit card or PayPal. Fee waivers cover 2 tests for eligible low-income students.

7. Download Your Admission Ticket: One week before test day, access your ticket via the Bluebook app (satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital). Bring it and a valid ID (e.g., driver’s license) to the test center.

    

Visual Description: My SAT Dashboard
On the College Board website, log in to “My SAT.” Click “Register for the SAT” to select a date, test center, and upload your photo, with step-by-step prompts.

Visual Description: Bluebook App
Download the Bluebook app on your device (iPad, Mac, Windows). Log in to access your admission ticket under “My Tests” and practice digital SATs.

Visual Description: Admission Ticket
Your ticket in Bluebook shows your name, test date (e.g., “SAT, November 8, 2025”), and test center (e.g., “XYZ High School”). Please print or save it for the test day.

SAT Exam Registration Fees

Here’s the breakdown of the SAT exam registration fee for 2025–26, based on College Board data:

• SAT Fee (U.S.): $68
• International Fee: $111 ($68 + $43 regional fee)
• Late Registration Fee: $38 (up to 4–11 days before test)
• Change Test Center/Date Fee: $29
• Cancellation Fee: $34 (full refund minus fee if before the late deadline)
• Fee Waivers: Eligible low-income 11th/12th graders get 2 free tests, unlimited score reports, and waived college app fees. Apply via your school counselor.

Note: No refunds after the late registration deadline. Check fee details.

Tips for Upcoming SAT Exam Dates

• Register Early: Secure your spot 4–6 weeks before your test (e.g., October 24, 2025, for November 8) to avoid the $38 late fee.
• Plan 2–3 Months Prep: Start studying in January for March 14, 2026, using free SAT prep resources from Tutela.
• Practice with Bluebook: Take mock tests in the Bluebook app to master the digital format’s adaptive questions.
• Choose the Right Date: Juniors can take spring tests (e.g., May 2, 2026); seniors can use fall dates (e.g., August 23, 2025) for retakes.

• Confirm Test Center: Check availability via the College Board website and arrive with your ID and ticket.

   

Frequently Asked Questions

1.) When are the SAT exam dates 2025-2026?
The SAT is offered on August 23, September 13, October 4, November 8, December 6, 2025, and March 14, May 2, June 6, 2026.

2.) How do I register for the SAT in 2025-2026?
Create a College Board account (satsuite.collegeboard.org), select a test date and center, upload a photo, and pay $68 (U.S.) or $111 (international).

3.) What is the SAT exam registration fee for 2025?
The fee is $68 for U.S. students, $111 for international students ($43 regional fee). Late registration adds $38; changes cost $29.

4.) What are the upcoming SAT exam dates?
The next tests are on November 8, 2025 (register by October 24) and December 6, 2025 (register by November 21).

5.) Can I change or cancel my SAT registration?
Yes, change your test date or center for $29; cancel for $34 (full refund minus fee if before the late deadline).

6.) How can Tutela’s SAT prep classes help me?
Tutela’s SAT prep classes and online SAT prep classes offer personalized plans, thousands of practice questions, and expert guidance to boost your SAT score.

Ace Your SAT with Tutela’s Expert Prep

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Source: College Board