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‘IOLANI TEST PREP INFO: SAT AND ACT (COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS)Starting in their freshman year, ‘Iolani students begin preparation for the SAT and ACT college entranceexams with the Preliminary SAT (PSAT/NMSQT ). Students will begin their actual SAT and ACT testingin their junior year. Students may choose either assessment, but most ‘Iolani students choose to takeboth exams at least once. Factors that affect one’s exam choice include specific university admissionrequirements, personal aptitude for particular test questions and structure, ease in retesting.TEST DATES 2021–2022SAT www.sat.org/registerACT www.act.org/registerSpots go quickly, so sign up ASAP.August 28, 2021Register by:7/30/21Late Registrationcloses: 8/17/21*OCTOBER 2, 2021*Register by:9/3/21Late Registrationcloses: 9/21/21*NOVEMBER 6, 2021*Register by:10/8/21Late Registrationcloses: 10/26/21*MARCH 12, 2022*Register by:2/11/22Late Registrationcloses: 3/1/22May 7, 2022Register by:4/8/22Late Registrationcloses: 4/26/22June 4, 2022Register by:5/5/22Late Registrationcloses: 5/25/22September 11, 2021Register by:8/6/21Late Registrationcloses: 8/20/21October 23, 2021Register by:9/17/21Late Registrationcloses: 10/1/21December 11, 2021Register by:11/5/21Late Registrationcloses: 11/19/21*APRIL 2, 2022*Register by:2/25/22Late Registrationcloses: 3/11/22June 11, 2022Register by:5/6/22Late Registrationcloses: 5/20/22July 16, 2022Register by:6/17/22Late Registrationcloses: 6/24/22*Recommended on-campus administrationDecember 4, 2021Register by:11/4/21Late Registrationcloses: 11/23/21February 12, 2022Register by:1/7/22Late Registrationcloses: 1/21/22

‘IOLANI TEST PREP INFO: SAT AND ACT (COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMS)SAT TestStructure*Most ‘Iolanistudents willtake at leastwith their firstadministration.RetestingScoringACT I. Reading65 min.52 questionsI. English45 min.75 questionsII. Writing35 min.44 questionsII. Math60 min.60 questionsIII. Math (No Calculator)25 min.20 questionsIII. Reading35 min.40 questionsIV. Math55 min.38 questionsIV. Science35 min.40 questionsNo essayEssay (optional)*40 min.1 promptTotalTotal175 min.(215 w/ essay)215 questions(w/ Graphing Calculator)180 min.154 questions(230 w/ essay)(w/ Graphing Calculator)Students may take the test as many times as they like, althoughmost Iolani students will take at least twice to see improvement.Most students do not see substantial improvement beyondthree retests.Students may take the test as many times as they like, althoughmost Iolani students will take at least twice to see improvement.Most students do not see substantial improvement beyondthree retests.Section retesting is not an option. Students must retake theentire exam.Section retesting is not an option. Students must retake theentire exam. The ACT company retracted this opportunitybefore it became an official option.Composite Score Range: 400-1600Composite Score Range: 1-36*Section Scores: 800 EBRW (Reading Writing) and 800 Math(No Calc Calc)Section Scores: 1-36 for each of the four sections.Superscoring is not an option, although some universities maysuperscore or combine your best section scores from multipleadministrations within their admission process.Essay Scores: 2-12, combining 4 different sub scores (Ideas/Analysis, Development/Support, Organization,Language Use/Conventions)*ACT uses superscoring, or combining your best section scoresfrom multiple administrations, when reporting to universities.Reportingof ScoresMost colleges require applicants to send them official scorereports directly from the student’s online College Board account—they do not accept copies of online score reportsor score report labels on transcripts. You can request sendingscore reports to colleges when registering or after test day.Most colleges require applicants to send them official scorereports directly from the student’s ACT online account—theydo not accept copies of online score reports or score reportlabels on transcripts. You can request sending score reports tocolleges when registering or after test day.When registering: You may send up to 4 free score reportsto colleges of your choice every time you register for theSAT . This is the fastest way to send scores to colleges andscholarship programs—and there’s no additional fee. Manycolleges view receiving your scores early as a demonstration ofyour interest.When registering: You may send up to 4 free score reportsto colleges of your choice every time you register for theACT . This is the fastest way to send scores to colleges andscholarship programs—and there’s no additional fee.After the exam: You can still send four free score reports tocolleges up to nine days after the test—after that there’s a feefor sending score reports, unless you’re eligible for an SAT feewaiver.LinksAfter the exam: In addition to the four institutions you selectedupon registering, you can send your scores to others for anominal fee, even after you test. You determine which set ofscores is sent to colleges or scholarship programs. ACT willrelease only the scores from the test date (month and year)and test location (e.g., National, State, School) you designate.If you don't want all of your scores sent to your chosen colleges,use Score Choice on your College Board account after theexam, to select specific tests based off of that college'srequirements. Please note, however, that some colleges requireall SAT scores that you have received to be submitted. Somecolleges accept superscoring, or combining your best sectionscores, but this is by university, not the trend.***ACT uses superscoring, or combining your best sectionscores, so most students wait to send their results until they arehappy with all their section scores (English, Math, Reading, andScience).College Board’s Online Learning Tool: Khan Academywww.khanacademy.org/satACT’s Online Learning Tool: ACT Academywww.academy.act.org‘Iolani students also have access to ‘Iolani’s Test Prep Google site - link provided on all student iPads.

RECOMMENDED TIME-LINE FOR (P)SAT AND ACT PREPARATION AND ADMINISTRATIONFRESHMAN YEARFALL SEMESTER: C reate both a College Board and ACT student account. Students should use a non‘Iolani email address when creating an accountso they may access after graduation or if theymove schools. International students should usetheir home address when creating an account, not‘Iolani’s dorm address. PSAT/NMSQT administration 1SUMMER: R ead texts that challenge you, particularly withinthe realm of Natural Science, Social Sciences, andHistorical Documents.SPRING SEMESTER: G rade Level Meeting to unpack your PSAT/NMSQT Score Report Begin exploring independent online resources(Khan Academy, ACT Academy, free practice tests)SOPHOMORE YEARFALL SEMESTER: PSAT/NMSQT administration 2 - Fall Semester ‘ Iolani’s Morning (7:10–8:10 a.m.) Test PrepSessions focusing on the PSAT/SAT . A flyer withprep session dates will be emailed to students andtheir families at the beginning of each semester.SPRING SEMESTER: PSAT/NMSQT administration 2 - Fall Semester ‘Iolani’s Morning (7:10–8:10 a.m.) Test PrepSessions focusing on the PSAT/SAT . A flyer withprep session dates will be emailed to students andtheir families at the beginning of each semester.SUMMER: A ll students must begin some focused preparationfor these exams. This may include ‘Iolani’s (P)SAT and ACT Summer School course (seethe Summer School brochure to register),independent practice, or with an independent testprep company, either online or in person.JUNIOR YEARFALL SEMESTER: ‘ Iolani’s Morning (7:10–8:10 a.m.) Test PrepSessions focusing on the PSAT/SAT . A flyer withprep session dates will be emailed to students andtheir families at the beginning of each semester. P SAT/NMSQT administration 3 that counts forNational Merit Scholarship T hose ‘Iolani students who are currently enrolledin Pre-Calculus or higher will begin taking theirofficial SAT and ACT exams.SPRING SEMESTER: B egin working with your college counselor toexplore colleges, which will help you set personalscore goals ‘Iolani’s Morning (7:10–8:10 a.m.) Test PrepSessions focusing on the PSAT/SAT and theACT . A flyer with prep session dates will beemailed to students and their families at thebeginning of each semester. Students should attempt at least one SAT and/orACT exam by summer.SUMMER: C ontinue independent practice.SENIOR YEARFALL SEMESTER: C omplete your final SAT and/or ACT administration before applying to the colleges ofyour choice. E nsure your scores are sent to your chosencolleges by using your online accounts.SPRING SEMESTER: S hare optional AP scores with your intendeduniversity for possible course credit.

UNDERSTANDING TEST-OPTIONAL AND TEST BLINDAs a response to COVID-19, many universityadmissions adopted temporary test optionalaccommodations for students. A few universitieshave chosen to continue these optional guidelines,but have provided caveats. In order to comply withNCAA regulations, most colleges are requiringthat student athletes still submit testing, and somescholarships still require standardized test results.Whatever you do, research your possibilities andconsult with your college counselors to make aninformed decision! T est-optional means they will consider yourapplication complete without the additionof standardized testing results. Somecolleges will require additional materials(a portfolio, graded essay, etc) if a studentchooses not to submit test scores, whileothers will simply waive the requirement.It’s important to understand that if theschool does not consider your testing, thenthey will put greater weight on the otheraspects of your application (grades, lettersof recommendations, essays). For somestudents this feels like a positive option,while others may believe that their testingis a positive element to be considered. It iscrucial to consider where your testing fallsrelative to the college’s listed test averages.If you’re within the middle 50% or higher, youmay want to include your testing, even if theschool is test optional. T est blind schools say that they will notconsider any test results even if submitted,and the reality is that there are very few ofthese schools.RECENT COLLEGE BOARD & ACT UPDATES: SAT IIs, or Subject Tests, will no longer beoffered nor required for the class of 2022and on. SAT has also discontinued the essay optionalportion starting with the August 2021 exams. ACT digital retesting of sections has beensuspended during 2021, with no expectationof returning anytime soon.