Sat I - Scholastic Assessment Test

The SAT is usually taken in the early fall (October or November) of the senior year. A number of juniors take the test in the late spring (May or June) and take it again in the senior year. The test is given seven times per school year at various locations in the area. Registration materials may be obtained in the Guidance and Counseling Center and should be obtained well prior to the test date selected as postmark registration deadlines are frequently over a month prior to the test date.

This test or the ACT is required for admission to almost all four year colleges. http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/sat/calenfees/calenfees2.html

SAT II - Subject Tests

The College Board offers 16 different one hour subject tests which are basically designed to measure knowledge of particular subjects and the ability to apply that knowledge. Many colleges require or recommend one or more of these tests for admission or placement. The SAT I is usually taken on a test date prior to taking the SAT II. Registration procedures are simular to the SAT I.

ACT - American College Test

The ACT consists of four tests, a Student Profile Section, and an Interest Inventory which is completed when registering for the test. The test is normally given five times per school year with registration deadlines frequently over a month prior to the test date. Registration materials are available in the Guidance and Counseling Center. http://www.act.org/aap/regist/actdates.html