Short answer: the remaining SAT weekend dates for the 2026-27 school year are December 5, 2026, March 6, 2027, May 1, 2027 and June 5, 2027. Registration closes about two weeks before each test, and scores come out about two weeks after it.
Checked against College Board’s official calendar on November 10, 2026.
Remaining 2026-27 dates
| Test date | Registration deadline | Late registration and changes | Scores released |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2026 | Nov 20, 2026 | Nov 24, 2026 | Dec 18, 2026 |
| Mar 6, 2027 | Feb 19, 2027 | Feb 23, 2027 | Mar 19, 2027 |
| May 1, 2027 | Apr 16, 2027 | Apr 20, 2027 | May 14, 2027 |
| Jun 5, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | May 25, 2027 | Jun 21, 2027 |
All deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. Late registration costs an extra $38 on top of the $68 registration fee (students outside the U.S. also pay a $43 international fee).
Earlier this cycle the SAT was given on August 22, September 12, October 3 and November 7, 2026. There is no January or February test.
Anticipated 2027-28 dates
College Board has already published its expected dates for next year. They can still change, but they are useful for long-term planning:
- Fall 2027: August 28, September 18, October 9, November 6, December 4
- Spring 2028: March 4, May 6, June 3
Things that catch students off guard
- The gap between December and March is long. If you miss December, the next chance is three months later. Seniors applying regular decision should check whether their colleges accept a March score.
- You need a device. The test runs in the Bluebook app. If you need to borrow a device from College Board, request it at least 30 days before test day, which is earlier than the normal deadline.
- Windows 10 no longer works. Starting fall 2026, Bluebook requires Windows 11. Chromebooks only work if the school has turned on verified mode.
- Full test centers now have a waitlist. In the U.S. you can join a free waitlist and get placed automatically if a seat opens.
- Score reports are free for a short time. You can send your first four score reports for free if you choose the colleges up to 9 days after the test. After that, each report costs $15.
How to choose your date
- Count back from your application deadlines. Leave room for one retake. For most students that means a first attempt in the fall of junior year or the spring before senior year.
- Give yourself 8 to 12 weeks of focused prep before the date you pick. At the 700+ Math level, most of the gain comes from speed and accuracy on hard questions, and that takes repetition.
- Plan two attempts, not one. Many colleges superscore, so a second test where you focus on your weaker section can raise your total. Read how superscoring works.
- Avoid weeks with AP exams or finals. May is crowded for juniors taking AP classes.
See every date in one place
The SAT test dates page keeps the full calendar, fees and official links up to date.
Next step
If your date is less than three months away and Math is the section holding you back, book a free call and we will build a plan that fits the time you have.