We understand that the independent school application process can be stressful at times, so in this issue we want to provide details about one important component to the application, the SSAT. We picked out the information that we have found is most useful for our clients, so you don't have to search the web for these details. And lastly, we want you be aware of SSAT's Standard Application Online, which is a great way to save time and to avoid the stress of juggling multiple applications. As always, let us know if we can help!
-Leigh Ann, Cathy, and Mary
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Workshop:
September 19, 2015
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Universities at Shady Grove
University of Maryland
9630 Gudelsky Drive
Rockville, MD 20850
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Is your child thinking about applying to an independent school? Is your child entering 6th grade or higher? If you answered yes to both of these questions, then he/she may be required to take an admission test called the SSAT. In this newsletter, we will discuss the who, what, when, where, and how of the SSAT. And finally, you will also learn an easier way to apply to schools!
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- Most students applying Grade 6 through PG, who are applying to independent schools.
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3 things to know about the SSAT
- It measures basic verbal, quantitative, and reading skills students develop over time.
- It is just one part of the complete application to an independent school. For many schools, students with a wide range of SSAT scores are admitted.
- It is written by independent school teachers and test experts with questions emphasizing critical thinking skills and problem solving.
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When does my child take the SSAT?
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Standard Test
- Eight Saturdays during the testing year (August 1 - July 31).
- SSAT registration opens on August 1.
- For test dates, deadlines, and fees, click here.
Flex Test
- Available on any date other than the Standard test dates.
- We offer the flex test in our Old Town office! For more information, click here.
*If your child needs to take the SSAT prior to October 17, 2015, they must take the SSAT Flex test.
**Your child may take as many Standard tests as desired; the Flex test may be taken only once.
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Where does my child take the SSAT?
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- To search for a Standard test location, click here.
- Call us to learn more about the Flex test in our Old Town office!
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How do I register my child for special accommodations?
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- Valid documentation is REQUIRED when requesting special accommodations, such as IEP, 504 Plan, or psychological evaluations or recommendations.
- Testing accommodations must be approved prior to test registration!
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To learn how to register for accommodations,
click here.
*Please note that if your child is eligible for extended time, he/she must utilize the whole time that he/she is eligible for when completing that section.
- For example, if your child is eligible for extended time, a 30 minute subtest will now be 45 minutes (1.5 time).
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SSAT's Standard Application Online
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- It simplifies and standardizes the application process to hundreds of private/independent schools in the U.S., Canada and worldwide.
- It only requires the biographic information, student essays, and parent statement and one set of teacher recommendations and transcript.
- You can designate your child's educational consultant to be an advisor on the SAO with access to the info.
- For a list of schools that accept the SAO, click here.
- To create a student account, click here.
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