The SAT, or Scholastic Aptitude Test, is widely used for college admissions in the United States. If you are considering doing undergraduate study in the US, you are most likely aware that this will give you an advantage in your application. While submitting an SAT score is no longer compulsory for some colleges, having a high SAT score can increase your chances of being accepted into your desired university.
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2023 SAT Test Dates in Singapore
| DATE | REGISTRATION DEADLINE |
| 26 AUG 2023 | 11 AUG 2023 |
| 07 OCT 2023 | 22 SEP 2023 |
| 04 MOV 2023 | 20 OCT 2023 |
| 02 DEC 2023 | 17 NOV 2023 |
Where to Take the SAT Test in Singapore
Singapore has multiple locations available as SAT Test Centers, but registration is always through the CollegeBoard website. You may search for the nearest test center in Singapore via this page for specific dates and availability. At the time of this writing, the available test centers are:
| Test Centers | Center Code | Address | Area |
| XCL World Academy | 75102 | 2 Yishun Ave 42 | North |
| Singapore American School | 75100 | HS Counseling Office, 40 Woodlands Street 41 | North |
| Global Indian International School | 75149 | 27 Punggol Field Walk | North East |
| United World College of South East Asia (UWCSEA) | 75170 | 1 Tampines Street 73 | East |
| NPS International School | 75138 | 95 Jalan Eunos | East |
| 5 Steps Academy | 75169 | 143 East Coast Road | South East |
| United World College Dover | 75120 | 1207 Dover Road | South West |
| International Community School | 75124 | 27A Jubilee Road | South West |
| Canadian International School | 75122 | Jurong West Street 41 | West |
| Stamford American International School | 75126 | 1 Woodleigh Lane | Central |
Cost of Registering for the SAT in Singapore
The registration fee for the SAT is US$60 at the time of this writing. Additionally, the cost of registering in Singapore will also include a Non-U.S. Regional Fee” of US$43. Singapore’s Test Centers usually fill up well in advance of the test date, so take care to register early to secure your seat! Currently, an application for the Waitlist is not available for registration.
Changing Your Test Date or Location
If you need to, it is possible to change your SAT registration to a new Centre or Date at an additional fee, subject to availability. You can also pay the Change Fee to switch from the regular SAT to the SAT Subject Tests or vice versa, for example, if you booked a “back-up” SAT date but already secured your desired result. In any case, where a change or cancellation has to be made, a fee is needed to process this alteration. For a change of test, the center would be US$25, the cancellation fee US$25 and the late cancellation fee is US$35 so do plan ahead!
Preparing for Your SAT
How much time you’ll need to prepare for the test depends on how much time you have and how ready you are to attempt its questions. You may try to search for practice questions online. Since the test has transitioned to be taken digitally, preparation for it has been made easier, especially for international students as prep content can be easily accessed on the computer. The SAT consists of 2 sections: Reading and Writing, and Math. In the Math component, as of 2023, both components are allowed calculator use.
The key to getting top scores is speed and accuracy. This means that you will have to quickly understand what the questions are asking for and determine the correct answer. This takes hours of practice, with some students spending more time preparing for one section over the other. Many students who come to us tend to require more practice in the Reading and Writing sections.
To find out how much preparation you will need to ace the test, a diagnostic test can help you. This may be a condensed version of the actual test and gives you an idea of the test format and requirements.
You may sign up for a free trial at Gateway, which offers you 14-day access to the SAT diagnostic test and introduction course.
