Hi folks! I'm currently planning out my junior year and trying to budget for the future. I know I need to take the SAT, but I'm having a hard time finding the current and accurate cost. Can anyone share the cost for SAT with and without the essay part? Thanks in advance!
The College Board has eliminated the optional essay section from the SAT as of 2021. So when budgeting for the SAT, you only need to plan for the cost of the base exam, which is currently $68. It's worth noting that there may be additional fees if you are registering late or if you need to change your test center or date.
Don't forget to account for the cost of sending your scores to colleges as well—it's $14 per college after the first four, which are free if you send them within nine days of taking the test. Lastly, if budget is a serious concern, you might want to look into fee waivers, as they can cover the cost of the test itself, as well as the cost of sending the scores to colleges under certain circumstances.
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