SAT

SAT exam pattern is unique because it is adaptive and digital. The exam pattern is simple to understand section wise. The test taking experience and pattern also becomes easier based on the built in tools of Bluebook App. Based on these factors, SAT exam pattern is unique.

Yes, submitting a valid ACT or SAT score will now become mandatory from the 2027-28 session. Students interested in Fall 2028 admissions, will have to submit either of the two scores. It was stopped during the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the university has now decided to introduce this policy again.

The university, in its recent findings, discovered that students who did submit SAT or ACT scores, did much better in their studies on campus, than those who didn't.

Princeton does not have a minimum requirement for SAT. However, a score in the range of 1500-1580 should be enough, per an unofficial source. It also considers academics, curiosity, and leadership potential of a student.

Other requirements include LORs, SOPs, Essays and transcripts of past education.  Students have to submit their applications in advance to allow enough time for processing of documents.

The best date to take SAT is either in junior year or somewhere around spring intake. Planning exam around these dates in March, May and June has many benefits. If you don't score as per your requirement you can re-appear whenever you like.

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To plan for Spring 2026 intake, you need to take the SAT early enough so that your scores are released and reportable before university application deadlines (typically in late fall or early winter 2025–early 2026 for Spring intake). Scores usually take about 2–4 weeks to release after the test date. 

Here are the official SAT test dates in the 2025-26 cycle from the College Board: 

 SAT Test Dates Relevant for Spring 2026 Intake

Yes, you are eligible to take SAT after high school. Even after your college graduation, you can appear for SAT exam. There are no restrictions on taking SAT after graduating from any type of institution. There is also no age bar for students as to when are they taking SAT. If you are interested, consider applying well in time before the actual registration date. Even if you come with accommodations, you will have to prove your disabilities. You will still be eligible to take SAT.

The exam is conducted 8 times in a year in India, and internationally. The months, which SAT is held are, March,  May,  June,  August,  September,  October,  November,  December. Thus, the registration and deadlines also varies as per the dates month. 

Yes, for most of UG programs at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign, SAT and ACT scores are compulsory. They expect a SAT score between 1420 and 1540 as per the student profile. The ACT requirement is between 31 and 35. Student should submit some necessary documents like transcripts, proof of work experience, and English language requirements.

Yes, Stanford University require SAT or ACT scores from the international students for admission to the UG courses. The university has not mentioned the minimum SAT scores. But, students are advised to have the SAT score between 1470 - 1570 and ACT score between 34-35. Along with this, UG students have to submit the documents like transcripts, LOR, school report, etc.