Both the SAT and ACT have recently undergone major changes. Compare the two updated tests side by side to see how they stack up.
Originally published on January 17, 2025. Updated on May 21, 2026.
College may be very far from your mind right now. We don’t blame you! You should absolutely be enjoying your freshman year and taking it all in. You also have an opportunity to do your future self a huge favor by starting college prep this year.
Read MoreEvery student is different, and every student’s test prep needs are different too. Test Innovators’ online platform provides every student with a Personalized Prep Plan, targeted to an individual’s specific needs. The Prep Plan provides guidance on next steps and auto-generates specific recommendations for practice to complete.
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Read MoreThe digital SAT is an adaptive test, which means that scoring is a lot more complicated than it used to be. Wondering how it works?Brenna O’Neill, President of Test Innovators, joined Mike Bergin and Amy Seeley on the Tests and the Rest podcast for an in-depth discussion on digital SAT scoring.
Read MoreThe ACT Reading Test is the third and final required section of the enhanced ACT. It is designed to assess students’ ability to read and understand complex texts drawn from a range of subject areas. Students have 40 minutes to answer 36 questions based on excerpts from published texts.The test...
Read MoreYou’ve practiced, studied, watched videos, and practiced some more. The test is in 24 hours and you’re prepared. But now what are you supposed to do?
Read MoreThe SAT is offered on 7 Saturdays every year. The test dates typically fall in March, May, June, August, October, November, and December. See upcoming dates and registration deadlines.
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