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SAT Test Dates 2026-2027
College Board offers the SAT on Saturdays from fall to June. The dates and deadlines below apply to U.S. and international students. Registration closes about two weeks before each test.
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Next test you can register for
Register on College Board| Test date | Register by | Late registration by | Scores released | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 3, 2026 | Sep 18, 2026 | Sep 22, 2026 | Oct 16, 2026 | |
| Nov 7, 2026 | Oct 23, 2026 | Oct 27, 2026 | Nov 20, 2026 | |
| Dec 5, 2026 | Nov 20, 2026 | Nov 24, 2026 | Dec 18, 2026 | |
| Mar 6, 2027 | Feb 19, 2027 | Feb 23, 2027 | Mar 19, 2027 | |
| May 1, 2027 | Apr 16, 2027 | Apr 20, 2027 | May 14, 2027 | |
| Jun 5, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | May 25, 2027 | Jun 21, 2027 |
All deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Late registration costs an extra fee.
How to pick a date for a 700 to 800 Math score
- Leave 8 to 12 weeks of focused preparation before your first attempt.
- Keep a later date open as a backup, in case you want to retake.
- Check the score deadline of each college you apply to before choosing.
- Build a weekly schedule with the study plan generator and plan your time in the module with the pace calculator.
SAT fees
- Registration (U.S.)
- $68
- Late registration (added)
- $38
- Change test center
- $34
- Cancel registration
- $34
- Late cancel
- $44
- Extra score report
- $15 each
Fees are for U.S. test takers through June 2027. Eligible students can get a free fee waiver.
What the SAT Math section looks like
The Math section has two modules of 22 questions each, with 35 minutes per module. Two questions in each module are unscored pretest questions. Read the full breakdown inhow the digital SAT Math section works.
Questions about SAT dates
When is the next SAT?
College Board offers the SAT on Saturdays from fall to June. Use the table on this page: it marks which dates have passed and which one you can still register for.
What is the SAT registration deadline?
Each test date has a regular deadline about two weeks before the test, and a late registration deadline a few days after it. Late registration costs an extra $38. All deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
Are SAT dates the same for international students?
Yes. College Board states that the test dates and deadlines apply to all students, U.S. and international. Fees for international students are listed on a separate College Board page.
How much does the SAT cost?
The U.S. registration fee is $68. Students who qualify can get a fee waiver, which can be used once per lifetime.
How long until I get my scores?
Most weekend test scores are released 2 to 4 weeks after test day. The score release column in the table shows the date for each test.
Which SAT date should I choose for a 700 to 800 Math score?
Pick a date that gives you 8 to 12 weeks of focused preparation, and keep a later date available as a backup. Check the score deadlines of the colleges you are applying to before you decide.
Sources
Dates, fees and score release dates come from College Board. Always confirm before you register.
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