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Special Testing Circumstances

STANDBY REGISTRATION (LATE TO REGISTER)

Have you ever heard the phrase "flying standby?" Flying standby means passengers can fly without making an advanced reservation with an airline. Instead, they show up at the airport or the gate and any available seats are assigned on a first-come, first-serve basis. The passengers may make the intended flight, or they may have to wait for the next one.

Standby registration works much the same way. If you fail to register before the final deadline, you may still be able to take the SAT by "testing standby." If a test center has available space, materials, and testing staff, students are admitted in the order they arrive the morning of the test.

Students who wish to test standby must arrive at the test center by 7:45 am. Because standby students are admitted on a first-come, first-serve basis, plan to arrive early! You will need to bring a completed registration form (available at your counselor's office) with payment. Please note that there is an additional fee for standby testing. For further information and fees, visit College Board.

SUNDAY TESTING (RELIGIOUS OBSERVATION)

The SAT test is given on seven Saturdays each year. Students who cannot attend a Saturday administration due to a religious observance can request a Sunday administration.

You must register by mail the first time you request a Sunday administration, but future registrations can be completed online or by telephone. You must also submit a letter from your clergy explaining your inability to attend the Saturday administration. You can read more about Sunday testing at College Board.

REQUEST FOR A TEST CENTER CLOSER TO HOME

Students who live more than 75 miles from a test center can request that the test be given closer to his or her home. By submitting a letter of explanation with your mailed registration, the College Board will review your location to determine if a test center can be established closer to your residence. Learn more about such requests at College Board.