PSAT/SAT/ACT Information
PSAT Information
Most colleges and universities require some form of standardized testing as a part of their application process. Students at NBHS register to take the PSAT (Preliminary Standardized Aptitude Test) in the fall of their junior year, but may take it sooner. PSAT will be on October 13, 2021.
Taking the PSAT not only gives students an unofficial preview of the SAT (Standardized Aptitude Test) which is normally taken in the Spring of junior year and/or fall of Senior year, but also qualifies them for national merit scholarships based on their scores. Some also choose to take the ACT (American College Test) as another standardized testing option.
SAT Information
*NBHS School Code (CEEB) 311017*
SAT Test & Registration Dates for 2021-22 school year from College Board |
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Test Dates | Regular Registration Deadline |
Late Registration Deadline* |
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* October 2, 2021 | July 30, 2021 | August 17, 2021 | |
November 6, 2021 | October 8, 2021 | October 26, 2021 | |
*December 4, 2021 | November 4, 2021 | November 23, 2021 | |
March 12, 2022 | February 11, 2022 | March 1, 2022 | |
*June 4, 2022 | May 5, 2022 | May 25, 2022 | |
*SAT will be offered at North Bergen High School
SAT versus ACT: Differences at a Glance
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SAT |
ACT |
Type of Assessment |
Aptitude Test - reflects content used in all strong college preparatory courses. |
Achievement Test - curriculum-based tests that measure achievement in core content areas. |
Acceptance |
The SAT is accepted nationwide. |
The ACT is accepted nationwide. |
What is the structure of the test? |
Ten Sections:
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5 Sections:
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What is the test content? |
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Is there a penalty for wrong answers? |
YES
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NO |
Testing Time |
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How is the test scored? |
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Are all scores sent to schools? |
NO For requests made after March 2009, there is a score choice option. Students can choose which schools will receive their scores AND which scores the school will see. |
NO There is a score choice option. Studentts can choose which schools will receive their scores AND which scores the school will see. |
Test Accommodations? |
YES – Forms/Documentation needed |
YES – Forms/Documentation needed |
Fees |
$46.00 (SAT) |
$38.00, ACT plus Writing $54.50 |
Contact Information |
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