SAT Test Dates and Registration Deadlines 2026-2027
The SAT is offered multiple times each year. In 2026-2027, it will be administered on one Saturday in each of the following months: March, May, June, August, September, October, November, and December.
Upcoming SAT Test Dates
| TEST DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE | LATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE |
|---|---|---|
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August 22, 2026
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August 7, 2026 |
August 11, 2026
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September 12, 2026 |
August 28, 2026 |
September 1, 2026
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October 3, 2026 |
September 18, 2026 |
September 22, 2026 |
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November 7, 2026 |
October 23, 2026 |
October 27, 2026 |
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December 5, 2026 |
November 20, 2026 |
November 24, 2026 |
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March 6, 2027 |
February 19, 2027 |
February 23, 2027 |
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May 1, 2027 |
April 16, 2027 |
April 20, 2027 |
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June 5, 2027 |
May 21, 2027 |
May 25, 2027 |
Test dates and registration deadlines are subject to change. Please visit the College Board’s website for the most current information.
SAT School Day Testing Dates
The SAT might also be offered by your school in the fall or the spring. Check with your counselor to see if taking SAT School Day Testing is available at your school.
Fall 2026 SAT School Day Testing Window
- October 1st – October 30th, 2026
Spring 2027 SAT School Day Testing Window
- March 1st – April 30th, 2027
How do I register for the SAT?
You can register for upcoming test dates on College Board’s website. Testing sites can fill up early, so it’s best to plan ahead and register as soon as possible.
Recently, a lack of available testing sites has been a problem in California. We’ve heard from several families in California who have been unable to find a seat at a local testing center and have had to travel several hours to the nearest available site.
You can take the SAT multiple times. We recommend planning on testing at least twice.
How much does it cost to take the SAT?
Standard registration for the SAT costs $68.
Late registration costs $106 ($68 standard registration fee + $38 late registration fee).
For international students, there is also a $43 international fee.
There are additional fees for changing your test center or canceling your registration. Please visit College Board for a complete list of fees.
Students with financial need may apply for a fee waiver, which covers registration for two SAT dates, unlimited score reports, and waived application fees at participating colleges. Students with fee waivers are not subject to late registration or cancellation fees.
If you have an SAT fee waiver, you are eligible for Test Innovators’ SAT and ACT Practice Scholarship, which gives 1 year of full access to our SAT and ACT practice materials. Learn more and apply here.
What if I cannot take the test on a Saturday?
If you are unable to take the SAT on a Saturday for religious reasons, you can request a Sunday test date. Sunday testing typically occurs the day after the standard Saturday dates (unless that Sunday happens to be a religious holiday). For more information on requesting a Sunday test date please visit College Board’s website.
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Originally published on August 26, 2024. Updated on June 19, 2026.
