SAT EXAM ADVICE

The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is a USA University entrance exam. Most Universities have minimum SAT Scores that need to be met in order to be accepted, so it’s important that you achieve the highest score possible for your exam.

Below, we have compiled our top 5 tips to increase your chances of excelling in your SAT test.

1. Use official study resources
   The standard of resources you use will affect your official SAT score. With hundreds of websites and materials for practice out there, you should use official study resources to maximise your score.
   The College Board is one of the best websites for your SAT preparation and includes practice questions, full-length tests, study resources and tips. On here, you can also access their partner website - Khan Academy. Khan offers video explanations for different topics as well as full-length practice tests.
   

2. Read the directions for each section carefully
   As the clock is ticking, many students rush through the directions and dive straight into the questions. As each section is different, it is extremely important to read the directions and make sure you understand what it is you’re being asked to do for each.
   

3. Keep track of time
   This is particularly important if it is your first time taking the exam. It is easy to lose time throughout your SAT due to nerves and anxiety. Take notice of how much time you have for each section and keep an eye on the clock so you can answer every question.
   

4. Answer the questions you know first
   Answering the questions you know first allows you to build your confidence throughout the test. The quicker you can answer these easy questions, the more time you will have to work out the difficult ones.
   

5. Don’t skip any questions - complete ALL of them!
   You aren’t penalised for any incorrect answers, so if at the end of the test you have blank questions and don’t know the answer, take a guess! It’s better to have a slight chance of getting it right rather than zero for skipping it!