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SAT Test Time Preferences

Hey guys, is it possible to choose an afternoon testing time for the SAT? I'm not a morning person and I feel like I'd perform better if I could take the test later in the day. Has anyone had experience with this?

8 months ago

Hey there! Unfortunately, the SAT does not offer the option to choose an afternoon testing time. The standard testing schedule for the SAT is on a Saturday morning, usually beginning around 7:30am to 8:00am, depending on the specific testing center.

It's a good idea to start preparing yourself to be more alert and focused in the mornings leading up to the test. You could try adjusting your sleep schedule, having a morning routine to awaken your senses, or eating a nutritious breakfast to ensure you're energized for the SAT. Practicing waking up early and taking practice tests in the morning can also help you adapt to the test day schedule.

If you're looking for general tips on how to ensure you do as well as possible on your SAT, you might consider checking out CollegeVine's blog post, which contains a series of posts focused on test prep. You may find that some of the tips help you manage the SAT's early start time more effectively. You can find one post that might be helpful here: https://blog.collegevine.com/10-tips-to-improve-your-sat-score/

Best of luck with your test preparation!

8 months ago

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