Hi folks! Prepping for the SAT and trying to set my score goals. Could someone clear up for me—how many points can you actually score on the SAT? Thanks a ton!
The SAT scoring system has a maximum of 1600 points, subdivided into two sections: Reading and Writing (R+W) and Math. Each of these sections are scored on a scale from 200 to 800, and the two scores are added together to give you your final total score. So the lowest possible score is 400 (200 for R+W and 200 for Math) and the highest possible is 1600 (800 for R+W and 800 for Math).
As you're setting your score goals, it's best to consider the typical score ranges for the colleges you're interested in. Each institution and program can have varying score expectations, so it's beneficial to do a bit of research. This will give you a clear target to aim for as you prepare for the SAT.
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