SAT test dates 2026–2027
The upcoming SAT dates, what the registration deadlines look like, when scores land, and how to choose the date that fits your application timeline.
The upcoming SAT test dates are August 22, September 12, October 3, November 7 and December 5, 2026, followed by dates in March, May and June 2027. The regular registration deadline is usually about four weeks before each test, and digital scores arrive roughly 13 days after you test. Always confirm exact dates and deadlines on College Board.
SAT national test dates
These are the upcoming weekend SAT administrations in the United States. Spring 2027 dates are expected to follow in March, May and June — confirm the exact days on College Board once they're posted.
| SAT test date | Scores released (approx.) |
|---|---|
| August 22, 2026 | early September 2026 |
| September 12, 2026 | late September 2026 |
| October 3, 2026 | mid-October 2026 |
| November 7, 2026 | late November 2026 |
| December 5, 2026 | mid-December 2026 |
| March, May & June 2027 (expected) | about 13 days after each |
Three things to weigh
The best test date isn't just the next one — it's the one that gives you prep time and a fallback.
Leave enough runway to be ready.
Most students prep for two to three months. Count backward from a date so you arrive with full-length mocks behind you, not cramming the week before.
Register before the cutoff.
The regular deadline is usually about four weeks out; a late window runs to roughly two weeks before for an extra fee. Test centers can fill, so register early.
Plan for a second attempt.
Many students test twice — often spring of junior year, then fall of senior year. Pick a first date that leaves room for one more before applications are due.
Count down to your date.
Set your test date in PrepScore and the dashboard plans backward from it — what to do today, this week, and before you sit.
Work backward from applications
Start from your earliest college application deadline, then leave time for scores to post (about 13 days) and for a possible retake. For most seniors that means a fall date with a backup later in the term; for juniors, a spring date that sets a baseline and leaves the whole next year to improve. Aim to have at least one full-length mock under your belt two weeks before you test.
Registration basics
- Register in your College Board account, with a clear photo.
- Choose a test center early — popular sites fill up.
- Check whether you qualify for a fee waiver.
- Bring an approved device and your admission ticket on test day.
- Confirm every date and deadline on College Board first.
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Plan your prep around the date.
Pick a date — then walk in ready.
Start free, set your test date, and let the dashboard count you down with a plan.