How Much Does it Cost to Take the SAT?

The SAT test is an important part of the college application process. Understanding the expenses related to taking the SAT is crucial to help you plan and budget efficiently. Here is an overview of how much does it cost to take the SAT. For the test dates starting from August 2024, the registration fee is $68.

Additional Registration Fees

For the following services, additional fees are charged

• Test Center Fee: For the SAT some test centers are known to charge an allocation fee that is $24
• Late Registration Fee: Due to any problem if you registered ahead of the deadline for the SAT. You will be charged $34 for late registration.
• Changing Test Center: For any reason, if you have to change your test center you will have to pay $29 for changing your test center.
• Canceling Your Registration: In order to cancel your SAT registration $29 should be paid as a fee for canceling your registration.
• Late Cancellation Fee: If you want to cancel your registration ahead of the deadline, the fee is $39.

Fee For Score Services

For score services, $14 is charged per report. The first four score reports are free if you request them within nine days after the test. After that, you will charged for additional score reports.

• Rushed Reports: For urgent or rushed reports, you have to pay a $31 fee.
• Score Report via Phone: In order to receive the score report by phone call, $15 will be charged per call.
• Archived Scores: For getting the scores that are archived, the fee is $35.
• Verification of The Score: To verify your SAT score, the fee is $55.

International Registration Fees

For students registering for the SAT outside the United States, the cost to take the SAT as per the registration fee is $68 plus a regional fee of $43.

Additional Registration Fees

For the following services, additional fees are charged, which is the same as the students of the United States

• The test center fee is $24.
• Late registration fee is $34.
• Changing the test center fee is $29.
• The fee for canceling your registration is $29.
• Late cancellation fee is $39.

Fee For Score Service

For score services, $14 is charged per report – the same fee structure as in the US. The first four score reports are free if you request them within nine days after the test. After that, you will be charged for additional score reports.

• The fee for a rushed report is $31.
• The fee for receiving a report by phone call is $15.
• For an archived score, the fee is $35.

Understanding these costs can help you budget and make educated decisions about your SAT preparation and enrollment. For those who need financial assistance, fee waivers are available to help relieve the burden. Planning ahead and being aware of all potential costs can ensure you are well-prepared for the SAT