When is the next SAT® in 2026?
The next SAT® is Saturday, September 12, 2026.
SAT® test dates for 2026-2027
The next SAT® is Saturday, September 12, 2026. College Board lists August 28 as the regular-registration deadline and September 1 as the late-registration and change deadline.
Complete SAT® date and deadline schedule
These dates apply to students testing in the United States and internationally. College Board says every listed registration deadline expires at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time.
| SAT® test date | Registration deadline | Late registration deadline |
|---|---|---|
| August 22, 2026 | August 7, 2026 | August 11, 2026 |
| September 12, 2026 | August 28, 2026 | September 1, 2026 |
| October 3, 2026 | September 18, 2026 | September 22, 2026 |
| November 7, 2026 | October 23, 2026 | October 27, 2026 |
| December 5, 2026 | November 20, 2026 | November 24, 2026 |
| March 6, 2027 | February 19, 2027 | February 23, 2027 |
| May 1, 2027 | April 16, 2027 | April 20, 2027 |
| June 5, 2027 | May 21, 2027 | May 25, 2027 |
Students borrowing a College Board device must register and request it at least 30 days before test day. Late registration is available worldwide and carries an additional fee.
SAT® date questions
Are SAT® test dates the same for U.S. and international students?
Yes. College Board states that the listed August 2026 through June 2027 weekend dates apply to U.S. and international students.
How many weekend SAT® dates are listed for 2026-2027?
College Board lists eight weekend SAT® administrations from August 2026 through June 2027.
Where should students confirm test-day arrival instructions?
Students should use their College Board admission ticket and test-center instructions as the final source for arrival details.
About this SAT® guide
College Board has confirmed eight weekend SAT® dates from August 2026 through June 2027. The schedule below includes every regular and late registration deadline.
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