Hello everyone! Can someone tell me how much it usually costs to register for the SAT? Also, if there are any additional fees for sending scores to colleges later on? Really trying to budget for all this application stuff. Thanks!
Hi! As of now, for the digital SAT, the basic registration fee is $68. This fee covers your registration for the test as well as four free score sends you can use to send scores to colleges, if you specify the colleges within nine days of the test. Make sure to utilize these, as it can save you a few bucks.
After those four free score sends, it is $14 to send your SAT score to each additional college. However, if you're applying to a large number of schools or missed the nine-day deadline, costs can add up, so planning ahead can be beneficial.
Additionally, if you register late for the SAT, there's a late fee of $30. There's also a fee of $30 if you want to change your test center or test date after registering, so it's worth setting up your testing plan in advance to avoid these extra costs.
If you need a fee waiver for the registration fee due to financial circumstances, consider speaking with your school's guidance counselor. The CollegeBoard offers fee waivers for students who meet certain criteria, and they don't only cover the cost of the test but they also offer unlimited free score sends! Good luck in your preparation!
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