How Long Is an SAT Score Valid? Everything You Need to Know

Official SAT Score Validity Period

According to College Board, SAT scores are valid for 5 years from the test date. This means a score from May 2022 is valid until May 2027.

This 5-year window applies to:

• US universities and most international universities
• Scholarship applications
• College Board's official records

Do All Universities Accept 5-Year-Old SAT Scores?

Most universities follow College Board's 5-year guideline, but individual schools may have stricter policies. Always check the specific university's admissions page.

• Most US universities: Accept scores up to 5 years old
• Korean universities: Often require scores within 2-3 years
• Scholarship programs: May have stricter timelines (1-2 years)

When Should You Retake SAT?

Consider retaking if:

• Your score is approaching the 5-year limit and you're planning to apply
• Your score is lower than the university's 25th percentile
• You had a bad test day (illness, technical issues)
• Your practice scores are consistently 100+ points higher than your official score

SAT Score Reporting to Universities

You can send SAT scores to colleges through College Board's "Score Send" service. Each send costs $16 (or is free with your 4 score sends included in registration).

For Uzbek students applying to multiple countries, sending scores strategically matters — some universities require official score reports directly from College Board.