Hey y'all, I heard that the SAT doesn't include an essay anymore. Is this true? Or is it just optional and I can take it if I want to? I'm a bit confused here and need some guidance, thanks!
You're absolutely right in your understanding. The SAT Essay was actually completely discontinued by the College Board in 2021. Therefore, it's not available as an option to any students sitting for the SAT now. You wouldn't be able to take it even if you want to. Instead, you could focus your energy on doing well on the Reading, Writing, and Math sections of the SAT. The better your performance in these sections, the higher your composite score will be, which is what colleges will primarily consider. So, you no longer have to worry about the SAT Essay! Hope this provides some clarity.
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