SSAT Test Options

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The SSAT testing options vary depending on the student's grade and location. Selecting the right test type for your child often comes down to comfort level and convenience.

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  • Available in the United States, Canada, and many international locations
  • Middle and Upper students can take up to 6 Standard tests and 1 Flex test
  • Elementary students can take up to 3 tests including 2 Standards and 1 Flex
Learn about paper testing
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  • Available in the United States (including U.S. territories) and Canada only
  • Proctored computer-based testing at home
  • Students can take 1 SSAT at Home per testing year
  • Middle and Upper Level only
Learn about the SSAT at Home
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  • Available in the United States, Canada, and many international locations
  • Proctored computer-based testing at a test center
  • Students can 2 Prometric tests per testing year
  • Middle & Upper Level only
Learn about Prometric testing

Please note: SSAT test availability is based upon the student's physical location on test day, not their current location or home address. For example, a student living in the United States that travels to Germany cannot take the SSAT at Home while in Germany. The testing year that defines the maximum number of SSAT tests students can take runs from August 1 through July 31. Contact info@ssat.org if you have questions.

SSAT Pricing

SSAT pricing varies based on the method and level of testing. Fee waivers are also available for qualified test takers. All pricing is in U.S. dollars.

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U.S. and Canada Testing

Elementary Level (grades 3-4)

  • Standard or school Flex: $112
  • Flex with an educational consultant: $172

Middle Level/Upper Level (grades 5-11)

  • Standard or school Flex: $172
  • Prometric SSAT: $242
  • Flex with an educational consultant: $272
  • SSAT at Home: $258
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International Testing

Elementary Level: $229 (grades 3-4)

  • Paper-based Testing
  • Flex Testing

Middle Level/Upper Level: $329 (grades 5-11)

  • Paper-based Testing
  • Flex Testing
  • SSAT at Prometric Test Centers

Additional Fees

  • Late Registration: $59 (Paper Standard Only. See Deadlines.)
  • Rush Registration: $100 (Paper Standard Only. See Deadlines.)
  • A surcharge fee is applied to credit card purchases (some exclusions apply)

Practice for the SSAT.

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The Official SSAT Practice Materials from the assessment team that creates the SSAT include Online Practice and Guide Books. Both have four full-length practice tests mirroring the SSAT experience. Get started with the free Mini-Practice Test to identify where to focus studying.

Questions about SSAT test options, scores, and more?