The SAT is a standardized test that is widely used for college admissions in the United States. It is a multiple-choice, pencil-and-paper test created and administered by the College Board. The SAT is intended to measure a high school students readiness for college and provide colleges with one common data point that can be used to compare all applicants. The test is typically taken by high school juniors and seniors and is intended to assess students readiness for college by measuring their literacy, numeracy, and writing skills. The SAT consists of three tests: the Reading Test, the Writing and Language Test, and the Math Test. The Reading Test measures reading comprehension, the Writing and Language Test measures writing and editing skills, and the Math Test measures mathematical skills. The SAT is scored on a scale of 400-1600, with 1600 being the highest possible score. The test is offered nationally every year in August, October, November, December, March, May, and June. The cost of taking the SAT is $55.