Test Preparation: SAT subject Tests

The SAT® Subject Tests (Scholastic Aptitude Test II) are completely different from the SAT® reasoning test. Strong SAT® Subject scores strengthen your application and complement the SAT® reasoning score. It shows colleges and universities that you excel in certain subjects. SAT® subject test is a one-hour timed test focused on a specific subject. There are 20 SAT® Subject Tests in five general subject areas: English, History, Languages, Mathematics and Science. 

The test is administered six times a year in India and may be attempted more than once. Language Tests with listening are offered once a year, in November only. Different schools have different SAT® score requirements. Your scores better your chances of getting admission into a particular U.S. university. Registration for the SAT® requires a valid passport and can bedone on www.collegeboard.org.

The Content: At Cambridge Institute, SAT® Subject test coaching is offered in:

Mathematics Level 1:

Mathematics Level 1 is a test measured on a scale of 200 – 800. It is 60 minutes long with 50 multiple-choice questions. The questions test a student's ability and skills on topics like number and operations, algebra and functions, geometry and measurement, three-dimensional problems, trigonometry, data analysis, etc.

Mathematics Level 2:

Mathematics Level 2 is a test measured on a scale of 200 – 800. It is 60 minutes long with 50 multiple-choice questions. The questions test a student's ability and skills on topics like number and operations, algebra and functions, geometry and measurement, three-dimensional problems, trigonometry, data analysis, etc just like Mathematics Level 1 test. However, if you have studied trigonometry or precalculus or both in the recent past and are more comfortable using a scientific or graphical calculator, it is advised you take Mathematics Level 2 test. It is also important to consider what your college and course demands.

Biology E/M:

Biological E (Ecological) and Biology M (Molecular) are both measured on a scale of 200-800. They are both 60 minutes long with 80 multiple choice questions each. If one is better at answering questions in areas of biological communities, populations and energy flow, he/she should take Biology E. If one is better at answering questions in areas of biochemistry, cellular structure and processes, such as respiration and photosynthesis, he/she should take Biology M.

Chemistry:

Chemistry Subject test is measured on a scale of 200-800. It is a 60 minutes long exam with 85 multiple choice questions. It tests a student's knowledge in areas of general chemistry like states of matter, descriptive chemistry, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, equilibrium and reaction rates, etc.

Physics:

Physics Subject test is measured on a scale of 200-800. It is a 60 minutes long exam with 75 multiple choice questions. It measures a student's ability to apply physical concepts to solve scientific questions. It also tests a student's knowledge in metric system of units. It includes questions based on electricity and magnetism, mechanics, modern physics, laboratory skills, etc.

Other Information:

To check where the SAT® is administered in your city, visit the Collegeboard test center page For information on other SAT® Subject tests and for further information visit: www.collegeboard.org.  SAT® is a registered trademark of Educational Testing Service.   Course Duration: 8 weeks Course Fees: Rs. 15000/- per subject