SAT Policy Toolkit for International Higher Education

Resources to help your institution leverage the SAT to recruit and admit students from around the world. 

Global Admission Credential

Universities all over the world trust the SAT to provide useful information about how well-prepared a student is for university-level coursework. Reflecting high school learning, the SAT focuses on essential reading, writing, and math skills. In 2023-24, over two million students took the SAT, which is accepted by nearly all U.S. four-year colleges and over 500 institutions globally.

The SAT is one of the most accessible and widely used admission credentials in the world

Administered in over 1,600 test centers across 187 countries, the SAT allows students to send scores to over 3,000 institutions in 82 countries.  

The SAT is a powerful predictor of international student success

The SAT can be an invaluable tool for making enrollment-related decisions and helping all students succeed in higher education by identifying those who may require additional academic support upon admission or enrollment. 

Key Resources for Universities

Learn more about how the SAT can help you meet your enrollment goals.

Understand the SAT

Learn about the SAT's design, scoring, and capacity to support college success.

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Set Up a Recognition Policy

Establish a score policy that aligns with current best practices and institutional goals.

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Receive Scores and Recruit Students

Connect with students from around the globe who are a good fit for your university.

Connect with Students

Hear from International Educators

While the SAT is optional for admissions at many colleges, it still plays a vital role in our holistic admissions process and opens the door for students to postsecondary and scholarship opportunities, including English-language based study abroad programs.

Rosemary Bai, International Admissions Officer, Chinese University of Hong Kong Shenzhen

We value the SAT for its ability to evaluate students and set a clear international benchmark. The test’s content is globally and academically relevant. Many educational systems in international markets have different structures, grading systems and expectations for students. The digital SAT sets an international standard and ensures its content is both culturally relevant and easily accessible to native English speakers and English learners alike.

Cesar Wazen, Director of International Affairs, Qatar University

SAT Policy Resources

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Become an SAT Test Center- Higher Education

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International Quick Reference Guide 2020-21

This brochure gives you an overview of all College Board programs and services available around the world.

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See the AP Policy Toolkit for International

The SAT and AP courses can work together to ensure student success. Learn more about the benefits of AP and how to delivery AP to your students.

AP Policy Toolkit