The full-form of SAT is Scholastic Aptitude Test.The SAT is a widely accepted standardized college admission test that helps Colleges assess your academic ability and potential in comparison with the rest of the applicants in your graduating class across the world. Since the test is standardized, it helps level the playing field so that students from all backgrounds have an equal chance to succeed.

Both exams are widely accepted by U.S. colleges.ACT includes a Science section. SAT includes one SAT Math Section. We reccomend taking both the SAT and ACT.

Diagnose your skills early. Four to six months to practice the skills on the test.We recommend taking at least one fully-timed practice test toward the beginning of your studying, and one toward the end.

Each section is marked in the range of 200-800 points, and the final score ranges from 400-1600. Moreover, the written essay is scored on a scale of 0-24 and varies incrementally.

Although you can take the SAT as many times as you want, we recommend that you take it at least 2 times, and no more than 3 or 4 times.

You can register online at SAT.collegeboard.org. Make sure you check the registration deadline well in advance.

Take the PSAT or SAT practice test at the beginning of the eleventh class to get a starting score. Figure out target SAT score based on the average SAT score at the most competitive school on the list of shortlisted colleges. Start studying either during eleventh class or beginning of twelfth class