I was talking with my friend, and she mentioned that the SAT might be a graduation requirement at her school. Is that a thing? Does anyone else have the SAT as a requirement to graduate high school?
Yes, the SAT can be a graduation requirement at certain high schools. While it might not be widespread, some school districts administer the SAT or ACT to all their students as a part of their graduation requirements. The rationale behind this is to give students the chance to take a college readiness test and help them prepare for college as well as increase their chances of pursuing higher education.
Additionally, some states use the SAT or ACT as an assessment for state accountability purposes. In such instances, taking the test would be mandatory for students in that state, though scoring above a certain threshold may not always be a requirement for graduation.
It's important to note, however, that requirements vary depending on the state and school district policies. So, while your friend's school might require the SAT for graduation, it may not be the case everywhere.
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