SAT® Test Day Checklist
Everything you need to bring and do before walking into the test center
📝 Your Ultimate SAT Test Day Checklist
Worried about what to bring and how to prepare for SAT day? We’ve got you covered. Use this simple checklist to make sure you show up calm, confident, and completely ready.
✅ What to Bring to the SAT
- Admission Ticket: Print it from your College Board account.
- Acceptable Photo ID: School ID, driver’s license, or passport.
- Two No. 2 Pencils: With erasers (no pens or mechanical pencils).
- Approved Calculator: Scientific or graphing calculators allowed.
- Snacks and Water: For the break (kept in a clear zip bag).
- Watch (optional): Must not make noise or have smart features.
- Face Mask: If required by your test center.
🚫 What Not to Bring
- Phones, smartwatches, or any wearable tech
- Books, notes, or study guides
- Highlighters, pens, or colored pencils
- Timers that beep or talk
- Cameras or recording devices
🌞 Morning of the Test: Do’s
- Get at least 7–8 hours of sleep the night before
- Eat a balanced breakfast (nothing too heavy)
- Arrive 30 minutes early at the test center
- Dress in layers for room temperature changes
- Review your admission ticket and test center rules
🎥 Watch: SAT Morning Routine & Essentials
💡 Bonus Tips for Success
- Take deep breaths before the test starts
- Skip and return to tough questions
- Use every minute wisely
- Don’t panic—just do your best
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