The SAT is the nation’s most widely used college admission test, designed to evaluate the skills and knowledge students have developed in high school and will need to succeed in college. The SAT consists of the following major sections:

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Reading Test
The Reading Test evaluates how students take in, think about, and use information. It includes passages and questions similar to those encountered in thoughtful, evidence-based discussions. Students practice analyzing texts and drawing meaningful conclusions.

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Writing and Language Test
The Writing and Language Test asks students to act as editors. They read passages, identify errors or weaknesses, and improve the writing. This section tests grammar, clarity, and effective communication skills.

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Math Test
The Math Test covers a broad range of topics, with an emphasis on problem-solving, modeling, using tools strategically, and algebraic reasoning. Key focus areas include:

• Heart of Algebra

• Problem Solving and Data Analysis

• Passport to Advanced Math

• Geometry and Trigonometry

 

SAT Essay (Optional)
The SAT Essay is similar to a college writing assignment. Students analyze a text, explain how the author builds an argument, and support their explanation with evidence from the passage.

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At Certified Tutoring, we help students prepare for all sections of the SAT, including reading, writing and language, math, essay, and overall test-taking strategies. Our instructors provide targeted guidance to strengthen skills and boost confidence. Many of our students have achieved high SAT scores and gained admission to top colleges across the nation.

For more information about the SAT, please visit: https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat.