Question 1

How is the SAT scored?

Accepted Answer

The SAT has two sections: Evidence-Based Reading & Writing (EBRW) and Math. Each section is scored from 200 to 800. The total SAT score ranges from 400 to 1600. There is no penalty for wrong answers — only correct answers count.

Question 2

Is there a penalty for wrong answers on the SAT?

Accepted Answer

No. Since 2016, the SAT has no penalty for incorrect answers. You earn one raw point for each correct answer and zero for incorrect or skipped answers. Always guess if you are unsure!

Question 3

What is a good SAT score?

Accepted Answer

The average SAT score is around 1050. A score of 1200 is considered good (74th percentile), 1350 is very competitive (90th percentile), and 1500+ is excellent (99th percentile) for top universities.

Question 4

How accurate is this calculator?

Accepted Answer

This calculator provides an estimate based on typical SAT scoring curves. Actual scores may vary slightly because the College Board adjusts the scoring curve for each test version.