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Campus Visit Checklist

When it comes to campus visits a little preparation can go a long way. Help your child make the most of visits with the campus visit checklist.

Expert Advice

"Many students who are not accepted enroll in a community college. We encourage them to complete their associate's degree and after that they can transfer."
John V. Fraire, Dean of Admissions, Western Michigan U.

Home-Schooled Students & the SAT®

What You Need to Know

Most SAT information is the same for home-schooled students as it is for traditional students. Here's a brief overview.

SAT Reasoning Test™

The SAT is a 3-hour-and-45-minute test that measures the critical thinking, mathematical reasoning, and writing skills that students need to do college-level work. SAT scores can help colleges better understand how your child compares with other college-bound students.

The test's three sections are divided into nine subsections, including a 25-minute essay, which are timed separately.

SAT Subject Tests™

Home-schooled students should consider taking one or more Subject Tests. These are one-hour, primarily multiple-choice tests in specific subjects, such as Writing. By taking Subject Tests, your child can demonstrate her academic strengths to colleges. Plus, some colleges require home-schoolers to take one or more Subject Tests for admission or placement. You and your child can learn the admission requirements of colleges with our online College Search.

Taking the Tests

How to Register

Students can register for SAT tests on their own. Unlike the PSAT/NMSQT®, your child does not need to go through a local high school. You and your child can find out how to register with our online student guide on SAT Registration.

Registration Booklet

To register by mail, you need to get a free SAT Registration Booklet. Pick up a Booklet from the local high school guidance office or contact the SAT Program to have one mailed to you. It includes a registration form, instructions on how to complete the form, and various necessary code numbers.

All students enter a school code on the registration form. A universal home-school code is listed in the Registration Booklet and on the online registration form.

Where to Take the Tests

The SAT® Program tests are administered on specific dates at test centers across the country, many of which are high schools. When registering, choose two test centers (in order of preference) where your child would like to test.

Scores and Score Reporting

Score reports begin getting delivered several weeks after the test to the address provided on the Registration Form and to requested colleges and scholarship programs. Four score reports are included as part of the registration fee, when requested within nine days after the test date. Additional reports can be sent to colleges and scholarship program for a fee.

Home-schooled students have the same services available to them as traditional students. Your child can receive Scores by Phone, send additional score reports, or see some test questions and answers.

For More Information

To get information about fees, test preparation, and other details, you and your child should review carefully the extensive information provided for students, or contact a local high school counselor