Since 2016, the essay portion of the SAT has been optional. Still, many students choose to write it each year to demonstrate strong or improved writing skills to their short list of colleges. Whether ...

It is common knowledge that the essay portion of the SAT is optional. While some college and university admissions officers may glance at a student's score on it -- perhaps because the applicant is ...

The most highly touted portion of the revised SAT -- the essay -- will not appear on the new PSAT because grading the writing sample would be too costly and time-consuming, according to officials at ...

Move may reflect efforts by testing industry to remain relevant after COVID-19 sidelined exams this year The College Board announced changes today to its SAT college admissions exam that will affect ...