SAT 2025 Syllabus
The SAT syllabus consists of subjects that students have typically already covered in their high school curriculum.
It includes the following areas:
- Reading & Writing
- Mathematics
Previously, the SAT tested reading and writing as two separate sections, but now they are combined into one. While the exam doesn’t have a distinct science section, science concepts are indirectly included through reading passages in the Reading & Writing section. There is no separate syllabus for science on the SAT.
SAT Digital Reading & Writing Syllabus 2025
Below is an overview of the SAT Reading and Writing syllabus for the new digital SAT. The table outlines the areas tested, along with a description of the skills and knowledge evaluated in each area:
| Skill/Knowledge Testing Areas |
Weightage |
Questions |
| Craft and Structure |
28% |
13-15 |
| – Words in Context |
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| – Text Structure and Purpose |
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| – Cross-Text Connections |
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| Information and Ideas |
26% |
12-14 |
| – Central Ideas and Details |
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| – Command of Evidence (Textual and Quantitative Inferences) |
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| Standard English Conventions |
26% |
11-15 |
| – Boundaries |
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| – Form, Structure, and Sense |
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| Expression of Ideas |
20% |
8-12 |
| – Rhetorical Synthesis Transitions |
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The Reading section is part of the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section. It consists of shorter passages, each followed by 10-11 questions, totaling around 56 questions. Each question will have four answer choices. This section is designed to test students’ ability to understand various contexts, analyse associated terms, and interpret written texts effectively.
Types of Questions in the Reading & Writing Test
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Craft & Structure
Students will be evaluated on their ability to comprehend, analyse, and synthesize texts. This includes understanding and using high-utility vocabulary in context, as well as evaluating texts rhetorically and making connections between related texts.
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Information & Ideas
This section tests students’ skills in comprehension, analysis, and reasoning. They must demonstrate the ability to locate, interpret, evaluate, and integrate information from texts and informational graphics.
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Standard English Conventions
Students will apply editing skills to ensure the text adheres to the conventions of Standard English, including sentence structure, usage, and punctuation.
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Expression of Ideas
Students will be required to revise texts to enhance clarity and effectiveness, ensuring that the writing meets specific rhetorical goals.
SAT Digital Math Syllabus 2025
Here’s a breakdown of the SAT Digital Math syllabus for the upcoming exam:
SAT Math Testing Areas
| Skill / Knowledge Testing Areas |
Weightage & Question Distribution |
| Algebra |
Linear equations in one variable, linear equations in two variables, linear functions, systems of two linear equations in two variables, linear inequalities in one or two variables |
| Advanced Math |
Equivalent expressions, nonlinear equations in one variable, systems of equations in two variables, nonlinear functions |
| Problem-solving and Data Analysis |
Ratios, rates, proportional relationships, and units, percentages, one-variable data distributions and measures of center and spread, two-variable data models and scatterplots, probability and conditional probability, inference from sample statistics and margin of error, evaluating statistical claims: observational studies and experiments |
| Geometry and Trigonometry |
Area and volume formulas, lines, angles, and triangles, right triangles and trigonometry, circles |
This is the standard syllabus for the SAT exam, covering both the Reading + Writing and Math sections as per the new Digital SAT format.
SAT Exam Preparation Tips 2025
Candidates can choose between self-study or attending coaching classes for SAT preparation. To perform well on the exam, here are some effective preparation tips:
- Start Early: Begin preparing as soon as possible. Create a study plan and stick to it.
- Familiarise with the Syllabus and Exam Pattern: Make sure you are well-versed with the SAT syllabus and exam format.
- Identify Weak Areas: Pinpoint areas where you’re struggling and focus on improving them.
- Create a Strategy: Develop a solid strategy and dedicate time each day for focused study.
- Utilise Free Resources: There are plenty of free SAT prep books available online. Take advantage of them to study at your own pace.
- Practice Mock Tests: Try as many mock tests as you can to get familiar with the exam format and timing.
The SAT syllabus has seen minimal changes, with a reduction in the number of questions and overall exam duration.
