The College Board’s move to a fully digital SAT in 2024 wasn’t a random change—it was a response to how students learn and test today. In this blog, we’ll look at the reasons behind the switch and what it means for students preparing now.

The Digital SAT isn’t simply a replication of the traditional paper and pencil format on a digital platform. It represents a shift towards aligning standardized testing with the modern learning and testing experiences that students encounter throughout their education. As technology becomes integral to the way students learn and interact with information, the Digital SAT ensures that students are well-prepared for the digital-driven world they will face in higher education and beyond.

The shift of so much schoolwork online in recent years also made a digital testing experience a natural fit. The Digital SAT offers a solution that aligns with the changing educational landscape and provides a smoother and more flexible testing experience for students.

The Digital SAT also offers more flexibility in test administration. This is particularly important for states, districts and schools that offer the SAT to all their students during the school day. Colorado is one of them: public school juniors take the SAT for free in school. The digital format allows for greater flexibility in scheduling and administering the test, contributing to access and equity in education.

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