More Information for Parents

The College Board is the not-for-profit membership association that sponsors the SAT. The SAT measures the skills that students need to do college-level work.

To prepare for the SAT, students should:

• pursue a rigorous curriculum,
• read extensively, and
• develop good writing skills.

 

Before taking the SAT, students should become familiar with the test format and question types. The best SAT practice is the PSAT/NMSQT®. Students can also gain experience and confidence by using official practice tests and materials from the test maker. The College Board offers the following:

• The Official SAT Study Guide™
• The Official SAT Online Course™
• Free online and print SAT preparation resources