However, students who rely on writing heavily on the page (margin notes, underlining) may need to adapt to the screen-based annotation tools. The Digital SAT is not a radical departure in content —it still tests algebra, grammar, and reading comprehension. But it is a radical departure in experience . It is faster, adaptive, and more forgiving.

Here is your complete guide to the new exam. The shift to digital isn't just about reading on a screen. The entire structure and feel of the test have evolved.

The SAT has undergone its most significant transformation in nearly a century. In spring 2024, the College Board officially completed its international rollout of the , replacing the traditional paper-and-pencil test for all students in the U.S. and abroad.