SAT in San Antonio TX 2026 — Test Centers, Dates, and Registration

SAT Test Centers in San Antonio, TX

SAT testing in San Antonio is offered at multiple locations administered through College Board's testing network. The most reliable way to find current testing centers and available seats is to use the College Board's test center locator at sat.collegeboard.org — search by zip code (78201–78266 covers most of San Antonio) to see available locations and open test dates.

Types of testing locations in San Antonio:

• High school testing centers: Many San Antonio area high schools serve as SAT testing sites for students from any district — not just students enrolled at that school. Schools in San Antonio ISD, Northside ISD, North East ISD, and Alamo Heights ISD commonly serve as testing sites.
• Community college testing centers: Some San Antonio community colleges serve as SAT testing locations. Check San Antonio College (SAC) and St. Philip's College in the College Board locator.
• Private and charter school locations: Some private schools and charters in the San Antonio area serve as testing centers open to outside test-takers.

How to confirm seat availability: Log into your College Board account at sat.collegeboard.org, begin a registration, enter a San Antonio area zip code, and select your preferred test date — the system shows which centers have open seats. Popular test dates fill quickly; register early for spring test dates (March and May).

2025 SAT Test Dates

The College Board offers 7 national SAT test dates per year. For 2025, the standard SAT testing calendar is:

• August 23, 2025 — Registration deadline: August 8
• October 4, 2025 — Registration deadline: September 19
• November 1, 2025 — Registration deadline: October 17
• December 6, 2025 — Registration deadline: November 21
• March 14, 2026 — Registration deadline: February 27
• May 2, 2026 — Registration deadline: April 17
• June 6, 2026 — Registration deadline: May 22

Late registration is available for an additional $30 fee after the standard deadline, if the test center has remaining seats. Always register by the standard deadline to ensure your preferred location is available.

Texas school day SAT: Many Texas high school juniors take the SAT for free during the school day through the Texas Education Agency's statewide SAT administration. Check with your school counselor about whether your campus participates in school day testing.

How to Register for the SAT in San Antonio

1. Create or log in to your College Board account: Go to sat.collegeboard.org. If you don't have an account, create one with your name, date of birth, and email.
2. Select 'Register for the SAT': Choose the test date and enter your zip code or city to see available testing locations near San Antonio.
3. Choose your testing center: Select a San Antonio area location with open seats. The system shows the address and number of seats remaining.
4. Complete registration information: Enter high school information, academic interests, and demographic data (most is optional but helps College Board provide accurate data).
5. Pay the fee: $68 by credit/debit card. If you qualify for a fee waiver (family income-eligible), request one through your school counselor before starting registration — counselors provide a fee waiver code.
6. Receive admission ticket: Your admission ticket is available in your College Board account approximately 5 days before test day. Print it or have it available on your phone — you must bring it to the testing center along with acceptable ID.

SAT Score Requirements for Texas Colleges

San Antonio-area students most commonly apply to:

• University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA): Middle 50% SAT range: approximately 1010–1190. Test-optional for 2025 admissions (scores not required but can strengthen application).
• Texas A&M University – San Antonio: Newer campus; primarily serves transfer and non-traditional students. Test-optional.
• St. Mary's University (San Antonio): Middle 50% SAT range: approximately 1050–1250.
• Trinity University (San Antonio): More selective; middle 50% SAT range: approximately 1260–1440.
• UT Austin (flagship): Middle 50% SAT range: approximately 1230–1500. Highly competitive; automatic admission for top 6% of Texas high school class.
• Texas A&M University (College Station): Middle 50% SAT range: approximately 1200–1430.

Most Texas public universities are test-optional through at least 2025, meaning SAT submission is not required but can help students who scored above the middle 50% range. Strong scores can also support merit scholarship applications even at test-optional schools.