Test day is coming closer and I am cramming like mad, but I realized I don’t even know what time the actual SAT starts...? Can someone please tell me when I should be at the test site?
The SAT exam typically starts around 8:00 AM, but it's recommended that you arrive at the testing center no later than 7:45 AM. This would give you a 15-minute window to get settled and mentally prepared for the exam before it starts.
Knowing the new SAT structure can also help with planning your day. The digital SAT is sectioned into two 32-minute modules for Reading and Writing and two 35-minute modules for Math. The test's total duration is 134 minutes.
However, the process may take longer than the testing times alone as it includes pre-test procedures such as checking in, settling down, and learning the testing instructions. This can take an extra 30 minutes to an hour.
That said, it is good practice to verify the actual reporting time with your designated testing center just in case they have any specific protocols or times different from the general guidelines. Don't forget to bring your admission ticket, photo ID, number 2 pencils, calculator, and a snack for your break.
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