Qualifying for SAT Exam Fee Waiver

Hi all, a bit panicked here, let me catch my breath... okay, I'm just wondering... is it possible for me to get an SAT Fee Waiver, considering my family's financial situation? Any help would be massively appreciated, thanks!

Absolutely, it's definitely possible to get an SAT Fee Waiver, depending on your family's financial situation. The SAT Fee Waiver program mainly covers students who are enrolled in or eligible to be a part of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), which is generally for families that fall below 185% of the poverty level. Other eligible individuals might include those in foster care, public housing, or who are homeless or in a similar difficult situation.

Every year, every high school is given a number of fee waiver forms based on the school's size and the amount of students they have who would qualify for fee waivers. You'll need to consult with your school's counseling office to apply for the waiver.

With the waiver, not only will the fees for taking the SAT be waived, but you'll also get access to free score reports to send to colleges, fee waivers for college applications, and free access to the Question-and-Answer Service (QAS) or Student Answer Service (SAS), which let you review your answers and the correct answers in detail after the test.

Please note, however, that the waivers are given out on a first-come-first-serve basis, so it's in your best interest to check with your counselor sooner rather than later if you're planning on taking the SAT.