Reading & Writing:

Two 32-minute sections, 27 questions each. Passages range from 25-150 words. All questions are multiple choice, targeting individual passages or graphs/tables.

Math:

Two 35-minute sections, 27 questions each. Questions are 75% multiple choice, 25% free response, with calculators allowed. Questions increase in difficulty.

Order:

Reading/Writing sections are consecutive, followed by a 10-minute break, then consecutive Math sections.

Adaptive Test:

First modules mix difficulties; second modules adjust based on the first’s performance.

Scoring:

Each section scores from 200-800, with no penalties for incorrect guesses. No cross-test scores or subscores.

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The PSAT is a practice SAT test offered to sophomores and juniors in October. It is the same format as the SAT and covers nearly identical content. Thus, your PSAT score is usually a good indicator of your future SAT performance. PSAT scores become available online in early November.

At AJ Tutoring, we believe that students should take advantage of the PSAT as a unique chance to practice in conditions that simulate the actual SAT. With this goal in mind, we recommend meeting with one of our tutors for three 90-minute classes to prepare for the PSAT. Although not a comprehensive course, the three classes allow us to impart to you the most critical test-taking skills and strategies and to address your biggest weak spot. You can then approach the PSAT with a customized game plan. Students who take the PSAT seriously often feel more confident when they take their first SAT.

While the ACT and SAT are substantially similar, some students do demonstrate a preference for one test over the other, and many students benefit from trying both. Read more about the difference between these standardized tests here.

You can register for the SAT on the College Board’s website. Many testing locations fill up quickly, so register early for the best opportunity to take the SAT test at a convenient location.