The SAT has gone digital! That’s right…no more pencil and paper SAT in Dubai.
Colleges and universities are also starting to roll back or cancel their test-optional policies for the next SAT test cycle. According to the latest research, more than 50% of students are submitting SAT scores with their applications. Be sure you choose a few universities first so that you know what the requirements are. Here are the 2023 Digital SAT test dates in Dubai you need to know, so you can get your schedule together.
2023 Digital SAT Test Dates in Dubai
For this test cycle, the Digital SAT will be offered 3 times.
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
SAT Date: August 26, 2023 (Digital)
Registration Deadline: August 11, 2023
SAT Date: October 7, 2023 (Digital)
Registration Deadline: September 22, 2023
SAT Date: November 4, 2023 (Digital)
Registration Deadline: October 20, 2023
SAT Date: December 2, 2023 (Digital)
Registration Deadline: November 17, 2023
Click here to register for the 2023 Digital SAT in Dubai
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Source: The College Board
SAT Guidelines for Outside the US
For SAT test-taking purposes only, the College Board considers any student taking the SAT in Dubai 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 2023 Digital 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 3 weeks 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 3 weeks 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 Digital SAT Registration page for info on policies.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for the SAT?
Click this link to register for one of the 2023 Digital SAT 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 Digital 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 Digital 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 Digital 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 Digital 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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