College Admissions Tests

ACT (American College Test)

To register and view the current testing dates, please visit the ACT website. 
 

SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)

To register and view the current testing dates, please visit the College Board website.


SAT Recommendations

Seventh grade:

  • Each day, go to College Board and complete "The Official SAT Question of the Day." This is a free service that takes less than five minutes. After answering, a full explanation of the correct answer is provided.

Eighth grade:

  • Each day, go to College Board and complete "The Official SAT Question of the Day." This is a free service that takes less than five minutes. After answering, a full explanation of the correct answer is provided.

Freshmen:

  • Take two full practice tests that will provide an itemized report of strengths and weaknesses.

Sophomores:

  • Take two full practice tests that will provide an itemized report of strengths and weaknesses.

  • Coppell ISD administers the PSAT/NMSQT test in October at no cost to all tenth grader learners as practice for the National Merit qualifying test. 

Juniors:

  • Take the SAT Prep Course that includes two practice exams.

  • Coppell ISD administers the PSAT/NMSQT test in October at no cost to any eleventh grade learner who wishes to take the test. The scores from this test can qualify a student for a National Merit Scholarship. 

  • In January, take the actual SAT test for the first time. 

  • Coppell ISD administers the SAT School Day test in March at no cost to any eleventh grade learner who wishes to take the test.

  • If needed, re-take SAT during May/June.

Seniors:

  • Last recommended date for seniors to take the SAT is in October.

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