As it is known, starting from 2023, SAT tests will be conducted through computers (Digital SAT) in all test centers. In this regard, the State Examination Center shares with the main points related to the conduct of the computer-based SAT test to future test takers:
1. Address
The digital SAT test will be held in the administrative building of the State Examination Center, located at 299 Academician Hasan Aliyev Str., Nasimi district, Baku.
2. Laptop/tablet
Test takers must download software specifically designed for the SAT test to their laptop or tablet before the test day.
If a test taker does not have a laptop or tablet, he/she may file a request to the College Board to temporarily be provided with a laptop/tablet for the test. A laptop or tablet will be available at the Center on test day for those who have sent a request to the College Board before the test. If a test taker is unable to bring a laptop or tablet to the test center and has not requested the College Board's laptop/tablet, that test taker will not be allowed to the test center.
3. Duration
The digital SAT test lasts 2 hours and consists of two sections (Reading, Writing and Math) with a 10-minute break between them. The duration is shorter than the paper-based test.
4. Software
The software will provide the following functionality for test takers:
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The bookmark icon to flag any question you want to come back;
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A timer showing how much time is remaining in each part of the test (on top of the screen that can be shown or hidden);
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A built-in calculator for tests with math questions (test takers can also bring their own calculators)
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A reference sheet with commonly used formulas on all tests with math questions
5. Software interface and practice test
Software interface of digital SAT test and test questions related to it can be downloaded on the official website of College Board.
6. What to bring to the test?
Test takers should come to the venue with the requested items listed below:
1. Photo ID or passport;
2. Admission Ticket;
3. Laptop or tablet (with charger) addressing College Board requirements.
In the absence of one of the mentioned documents or inconsistency between the documents, the test taker is not allowed to the test center. Participants may also bring a calculator, pen or pencil for taking notes, and other items to the test. The paper for draft is provided at the test center.
7. Date and further information
In the first half of 2023, SEC test center is planning to hold SAT tests on the following dates:
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The 11th of March
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The 6th of May
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The 3rd of June
More information on digital SAT test is available on the official website of College Board: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/digital
