College Board Takes Steps Towards Equal Access and Opportunity
Today the College Board announced a series of actions designed to expand access and level the playing field for all aspiring college applicants. These actions include:
- A major redesign of the SAT format planned for Spring 2016
- A partnership with Khan Academy to provide free test prep materials in support of the new test format
- College application fee waivers for income-qualifying applicants
SAT changes include:
- Three sections: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, Math, and Essay
- A return to the 1600 scale, with a separate score for the essay section
- Elimination of point deductions for wrong answers
Click here for the College Board press release or here for Wall Street Journal coverage of the announcement.