Set Up a Recognition Policy

The SAT is an academic credential recognized and respected by nearly every college and university in the U.S. and at hundreds of institutions in over 70 countries worldwide. It’s accepted as a global admissions credential due to its wide accessibility and decades of research supporting its validity as a predictor of student success in their first year of university studies, retention into their second year, and graduation rates. Establishing admissions policies that include the SAT broadens opportunities for students from a range of backgrounds including:
 

• Students who live and study in the United States
• Students who earn a U.S diploma overseas  
• Students from over 185 other nationalities studying various secondary curricula.  

In college admissions, the SAT helps contextualize and strengthen the information provided by a student’s high school course-taking experiences and grades. This is crucial because interpreting the meaning of a high school GPA across multiple schools can be challenging due to issues like grade inflation and differences in grading standards. The SAT provides a standardized measure that helps mitigate these issues. It offers a clearer picture of a student’s readiness for higher education.  

By focusing on the skills and knowledge necessary for college and career readiness, the SAT serves as a valuable tool for both students and admissions professionals. It ensures that students are well prepared for the challenges of higher education and beyond.