Tara Mier for Scholarship Institute

Navigating standardized testing today: What students need to know

Standardized testing continues to be a critical component in U.S. education and college admissions. This stands true even as formats evolve and new technologies reshape the academic experience. This explainer from Scholarship Institute , helps students and parents understand the latest changes, how AI plays a role, effective preparation strategies, and what it all means for college applications.

Major changes in standardized test formats (2024-2025)

Digital SAT transformation

As of March 9, 2024, the SAT has transitioned to a digital adaptive format , reducing exam duration to roughly two hours and fifteen minutes. Each section is now divided into two modules, with the difficulty

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