Dominican International School

SAT I: Reasoning Test & SAT II: Subject Tests

SAT I: Reasoning Test

The SAT, a three-hour test, measures verbal and mathematical reasoning skills students have developed over time and skills they need to be successful academically.

SAT II: Subject Tests

Subject Tests, one-hour, mostly multiple-choice tests, measure how much students know about a particular academic subject and how well they can apply that knowledge.

The 22 Subject Tests include: Writing (with an essay), Literature, U.S. History, World History, Math Level IC, Math Level IIC, Biology E/M, Chemistry, Physics, French Reading, French Reading with Listening, German Reading, German Reading with Listening, Spanish Reading, Spanish Reading with Listening, Modern Hebrew Reading, Italian Reading, Latin Reading with Listening, Japanese Reading with Listening, Korean Reading with Listening, Chinese Reading with Listening, and the English Language Proficiency Test.

International registration dates and deadlines

Important information for international registration deadlines

International deadlines apply to anyone testing outside of the United States and U.S. territories.

International registration materials must be received by the international deadlines. Deadlines expire at midnight Eastern Time.

There is no late registration for international testing. Online and telephone registrations must be completed by the international deadline dates listed above.

Students registering through International Representatives must submit their paper registration with full payment by the early registration deadline.

The SAT is not offered in March outside of the United States and U.S. territories.

Sunday administrations usually occur the day after each Saturday test date, for students who cannot test on Saturday due to religious observance.

The Language with Listening Tests are offered only in November.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I have to take the SAT I and why is it required by so many colleges?

1. It is an admission requirement of the college you are interested in attending.

2. It is a standard way of measuring a student's ability to do college-level work.

3. Because courses and grading standards vary widely from school to school, scores on standardized tests, like the SAT I, help colleges compare your academic achievements with those of students from different schools.

What's the difference between the SAT I and SAT II tests?

The SAT I is a three-hour test that measures verbal and mathematical skills. SAT I scores are used for college admission purposes because the test predicts readiness for college work.

The SAT II: Subject Tests are one-hour, primarily multiple-choice tests in specific subjects. The Subject

Tests measure knowledge or skills in a particular subject and your ability to apply that knowledge. Many colleges require or recommend one or more of the Subject Tests for admission or placement.

What test should I take first, the SAT or the Subject Tests?

Most students take the SAT in the spring of their junior year and in the fall of their senior year of high school. Most students take Subject Tests toward the end of their junior year or at the beginning of their senior year. Because Subject Tests are directly related to course work, it's helpful to take tests such as World History, Biology E/M,

Chemistry, or Physics as soon as possible after completing the course in the subject, even as a freshman or sophomore, while the material is still fresh in your mind. You'll do better on other tests like languages after at least two years of study.

Have questions? Please email Mr. Reinan: reinandeguzman@gmail.com