SAT Exam Timings: 

SAT spans a total of 3 hours. If one has opted for the essay, one will be given an additional 50 minutes. However, this is entirely optional. This denotes the duration of SAT exam.

According to the College Board, the committee that administers this exam, 57% of approximately 2.2 million test-takers opted for the essay. In contrast, many experts believe that the essay was not a prerequisite for many colleges and will be eradicated. Not only that but subjects’ tests have also been curbed. However, international students are still allowed to appear for it in May and June. There were 20 subject areas which later got categorised into five subject areas, mainly, Languages, History, English, Mathematics and Science. Moreover, the total duration of the exam is 3 hours and its scoring ranges from 400 and 1600 points. The below table illustrates the scoring section and SAT time: 

No of Questions	Sections	SAT Time (in Minutes)	Score
52	Reading	65	200-800
44	Writing	35	Calculated alongside reading
38	Mathematics	With Calculator: 55 Without Calculator: 25	200-800
154	Total	180	400-1600

 

How many Breaks are there During SAT? 

There are several breaks offered during the SAT. Firstly, there is a 10-minute break between the Reading and Writing Sections. Furthermore, there is a 5-minute break during the two math sections. Moreover, if one has opted for an additional essay, one will get a two-minute break. 

When does the SAT Exam Start? 

The test doors open at 7:45 am exactly and close by 8 am. Once students are in the examination room, the invigilator will take all electronic devices, and one must get approval for the SAT calculator beforehand. After students are checked in, the invigilator will distribute the test materials, and candidates must start reading the preliminary instructions. Then, the invigilator will announce the time a candidate has to finish the exam. A second warning is given when there are five minutes left.