The global pandemic of the last two years turned the SAT schedule upside down. Now it’s back on track! Colleges and universities are also starting to roll back or cancel their test-optional policies for the next SAT test cycle. Be sure you choose a few universities first so that you know what the requirements are. Here are the 2022-2023 SAT test dates in Dubai you need to know, so you can get your schedule together.
2022-2023 SAT Test Dates in Dubai
For this test cycle, the SAT will be offered 6 times.
SAT Date: August 27, 2022 (Paper/pencil)
Registration Deadline: July 29, 2022
SAT Date: October 1, 2022 (Paper/pencil)
Registration Deadline: September 2, 2022
SAT Date: December 3, 2022 (Paper/pencil)
Registration Deadline: November 3, 2022
SAT Date: March 11, 2023 (Digitial)
Registration Deadline: February 24, 2023
SAT Date: May 6, 2023 (Digital)
Registration Deadline: April 21, 2023
SAT Date: June 3, 2023 (Digital)
Registration Deadline: May 19, 2023
Click here to register for the 2022-2023 SAT in Dubai
2022-2023 SAT Test Goes Digital!
Starting with the March 11, 2023 SAT, the test will be digital! That’s right…
You’ll be taking the SAT on the computer. Updates are pending because the changeover is about a year away, but the pencil and paper exam will no longer be offered after March 2023.
We think the SAT going digital is good news for several reasons:
- Faster test results
- More time for registration
- More in line with the way people are reading these days
It will be interesting to see how they handle the calculations and the calculator for the math sections. Other tests use a whiteboard, which a lot of people hate, and an on-screen calculator, which slows down your calculations. We recommend getting the test out of the way NOW since you know what to expect. The 2022-2023 test cycle may be a bit chaotic.
Want to know more about the digital SAT? Here’s what the makers of the SAT have to say:
SAT Guidelines for Outside the US
For SAT test-taking purposes only, any student taking the SAT in Dubai is considered an international student living outside the US (it doesn’t matter which passport you have). Here are a few things you need to know about the 2022-2023 SAT test dates in Dubai:
- The SAT is NOT offered all the time. It’s only offered a few times a year for students in Dubai.
- International registration must be completed by 11:59 midnight Eastern Standard Time (about 8 hours behind Dubai). Registration usually closes about 1 month before the next SAT.
- There is no November SAT for students in Dubai.
- There’s no late registration for students in Dubai. You have to register online by the deadline. The deadline is about 1 month before the SAT you want to take.
- There are no SAT Subject Tests or essays anymore.
- The SAT costs about AED 393 to take.
Want even more information? Visit the College Board’s International SAT Registration page for info on policies and other tests you might need to take.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for the SAT?
Click this link to register for one of the 2022-2023 test dates and click the register button next to the date.
Can I register for the SAT in May even if it’s only November?
Yes, you can! As long as there is a registration link on the College Board website under the date, you can register to take the SAT on that date. Read our step-by-step instructions to register for the SAT in Dubai.
Where can I take the SAT in Dubai?
Too many places to mention. Many schools in Dubai offer the SAT, so you can search on the College Board website for the one closest to you with available seats.
How many times can I take the SAT?
As many as you want. You have “Score Choice,” which means can send 1 or all of your SAT scores to your chosen universities. They will only see the scores you send them, so they won’t know how many times you took the SAT. More than twice is kind of a waste of money though…
Do I need to take the SAT to apply to Canadian universities?
It depends on the university and the curriculum in which you are studying. In general, if you are studying in an American curriculum school, you need to take the SAT. For example, McGill University requires an SAT score of 1150 minimum. Plan accordingly!
How much does it cost to take the SAT in Dubai?
It costs AED 393 to take the SAT in Dubai. The standard SAT fee is US $60 plus the international testing fee, which is $47. You must pay the full AED 393 online by credit or debit card when you register for the SAT. The fees have increased by AED 20 since the 2021-2022 SAT.
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