Sat Scoring Math - How does it work?

Hey, guys! I'm finding the SAT math section scoring a little bit confusing. Can anyone give me a brief on how the math section in the SAT is scored? Like do wrong answers count against you and how does it add up to the total score?

The math section of the SAT is divided into two modules, both completed digitally. This structure was implemented from spring 2024 when the SAT went fully digital.

In the digital SAT, you're expected to complete 44 questions within two modules, each allotted 35 minutes. So, you have roughly 96 seconds to answer each question or a little over a minute and a half.

Now regarding the scoring, the SAT uses a system called 'rights-only scoring'. This means there's no penalty for wrong answers - so you're encouraged to take a guess if you're unsure, as you might get lucky!

For the mathematical calculation: The total number of questions you answer correctly in the Math section gets converted into a scaled score between 200 and 800.

Your total SAT score is a combination of your scores from the Math section and the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section, which also has a scale of 200-800. So, your final SAT score ranges from 400 to 1600.

One quick note - It's worth remembering that the SAT, like any standardized test, has a margin for variation. So even though your raw score remains the same, your scaled score can fluctuate slightly depending on the specific testing administration.

It's also important to keep in mind that while scores are certainly significant, colleges look at much more than just your SAT score. They’ll also look at your course rigor, grades, essays, letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, and more. The SAT score is just one component of a broad and holistic view colleges actually take.