SAT Subject Test

• The test is scored out of 800 points, similar to the reasoning test.
• Note: There is no test in March.
• Admission usually requires or recommends two subjects.
• Differences from the SAT reasoning test:
  • There are 5 choices instead of 4.
  • Incorrect answers are penalized with a 1/4 point deduction.
  • There is a tight time pressure.
  • It is not necessary to answer all questions correctly to get a perfect score of 800.
• Math:
  • All multiple-choice questions.
  • Basic level 2.
  • Covers up to level 11, unlike the reasoning test which covers up to 10.
  • The current GDC can be used.
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• Physics:
  • More time pressure than math.
  • Not many difficult calculations, more conceptual.
  • Similar to an advanced version of IB Paper 1.
  • No GDC allowed.
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    • Even if you make 10 mistakes, you can still get an 800.
• Chemistry:
  • Requires some memorization.
  • Maybe I should take Physics instead.
• Student Guide:

• Hard questions count the same amount as easier questions.

• You may not be able to complete all the questions in the time given, but it is not necessary to get every question correct to receive the highest score for the test. Refer to the next column to learn more about how the tests are scored.