BETA
Chapter 1
The military roots of the SAT
Chapter 2
How the test works under the hood
Chapter 3
Famous errors and cultural biases
Chapter 4
The great debate over testing's future
YOUR GOAL
Master of The history of the SAT
Ch 4 · The great debate over testing's future
dash SAT College Test Origins
SAT, way back then, Measured aptitude, Fair for every student.
dash Private tutoring companies have turned SAT preparation into a highly lucrative global business.
dash Researchers disagree on whether SAT scores or high school grades better predict college graduation rates.
Fun Fact
Perfect scores: Only about 0.07% of the millions of students who take the SAT each year achieve a perfect 1600.
Glossary
test-optional (adjective)
Allowing college applicants to decide whether or not to submit standardized test scores with their applications. The University of California system suspended admissions test requirements in 2020, accelerating a nationwide policy shift.
Allowing college applicants to decide whether or not to submit standardized test scores with their applications. The University of California system suspended admissions test requirements in 2020, accelerating a nationwide policy shift.
Quiz
In 2024, which elite university became one of the first to reverse its test-optional policy and require standardized tests again?
Quiz
What free online platform partnered with the College Board to offer official, high-quality SAT prep to everyone?
Quiz
What global event in 2020 accelerated the 'test-optional' admission movement across US colleges?