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The SSAT is your first step toward independent school success.
Since 1957, students have used the SSAT to showcase their verbal, math, and reading skills to admissions professionals. It’s one important component of a complete application process, and it helps both schools and students ensure they find the best match.
There are three ways to take the Middle or Upper Level test inside the U.S. and Canada:
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Learn more about testing in the U.S., Canada and Internationally.
There are two ways to take the Middle or Upper Level test outside the U.S. and Canada:
We are committed to ensuring that test takers with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations when taking The SSAT. We also offer the opportunity for Sunday testing to accommodate those who cannot test on Saturday due to religious observance.
Official SSAT Practice Materials help your student get ready for the SSAT with both online and books available. Try the free mini-test or get an online subscription to practice for a year. You can also order the books. All practice upgrades include 4 full length tests. Online practice includes quizzes and other practice materials.
The Character Skills Snapshot is an innovative online tool that measures students' preferences toward seven character skills. Taken at home in approximately 25 minutes, it provides a richer, holistic view of your student. The Snapshot measures a student's preferences, attitudes, and beliefs about their character and is meant to complement more traditional cognitive assessments such as The SSAT.
The Character Skills Snapshot is included when you register for The SSAT.
The Standard Application Online (SAO) simplifies the process for families applying to private schools. Students can submit their information, essays, transcripts, and recommendations once to any school that accepts it.