Old sat to new sat

You're referring to the transition from the old SAT to the new SAT!

Here's a brief overview:

Old SAT (2016 and before)

• Score range: 200-1600 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) and Math)
• Three main sections: ERW, Math (with a calculator), and Math (without a calculator)
• Optional essay section
• Focus on testing knowledge and skills in specific subjects, such as algebra and geometry

New SAT (2016 and later)

• Score range: 200-1600 (Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (ERW) and Math)

• Four main sections: Reading, Writing and Language, Math (with a calculator), and Math (without a calculator)

• No optional essay section (although some colleges may still require it)

• Focus on testing skills in areas such as:

  • Reading comprehension and analysis
  • Writing and language skills, including grammar and syntax
  • Math problem-solving and reasoning
  • Data analysis and interpretation

Some key changes between the old and new SAT include:

• The addition of a "no-calculator" math section
• The removal of the optional essay section
• A shift from testing specific knowledge to testing skills and reasoning
• A more nuanced scoring system, with a separate score for the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section

It's worth noting that while the new SAT is designed to be more aligned with college and career readiness, some colleges and universities may still accept both the old and new SAT scores.