lewelma Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 We are in NZ, so the SAT has not really been on my radar. But it appears that one of the universities my ds is interested in in Australia, can use the SAT for students outside of the Australian system. The program requires a 2200 to get in. Is this at all reasonable to strive for with a student who is bright and motivated? Where do we even start with preparation? We have 3 years and my ds can't write fast AT ALL! Also, isn't the SAT changing? Yikes, feeling a bit out of my depth here. Ruth in NZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowbeltmom Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 The SAT is radically changing next year. (I believe the first new test will be administered next March.) The new exam will revert back to the old 1600 maximum score. Imo, the best way to prepare is to go through some tests in the College Board "Blue Book." This book contains 10 released SAT exams. Good luck 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewelma Posted March 14, 2015 Author Share Posted March 14, 2015 This one is blue. :001_smile: It is it? http://www.amazon.com/Official-Study-Guide-Second-Edition/dp/0874478529 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 I can't see either the math or verbal being a challenge for your son at all. The writing really is mostly a test of being able to say nothing authoritatively and quickly. I don't know how the changes will affect the test, but a 2200 is certainly doable for a strong math student with a good solid LA background. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 Yes, that is doable :-) We simply used the blue prep book for a few weeks before the test. With the changing test, I'd wait until new prep materials come out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted March 14, 2015 Share Posted March 14, 2015 This one is blue. :001_smile: It is it? http://www.amazon.com/Official-Study-Guide-Second-Edition/dp/0874478529 That's the one. But for the old exam. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewelma Posted March 14, 2015 Author Share Posted March 14, 2015 ok, I won't panic. I wonder if ANU will want the writing component of the new test. I'm already increasing the writing load this year and the time constraints to prep for the 12th grade English exam, so he will be somewhat ready if they want the writing. Will wait for the new book to come out. 99% as an entrance *requirement* just seemed a bit crazy. Glad to know some of your dc have achieved it. Thanks for helping me through my small panic. Ruth in NZ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showelott Posted March 15, 2015 Share Posted March 15, 2015 The new book will come out end of July. Here's the link to it. There will also be 4 more exams available for download for free from the Kahn Academy. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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