SSAT

Scrap paper or a place to figure is always allowed.

An untimed testing administration is not possible as this places an undue burden on our organization and the test site administering the test.

Any student requiring access to a pillow/seat cushion on test day is required to apply and be approved for such accommodation prior to registering for testing.

Any student requiring access to a ruler for testing must apply and be approved for such an accommodation prior to registering for any SSAT offering.

Any student requiring access to gel overlays when completing the SSAT must apply and be approved for such as an accommodation prior to registering for testing.

Any student needing access to a highlighter during testing must apply and be approved for this as an accommodation prior to registering for testing.

No. Any student who is limited English proficient or an English Language Learner, is not eligible to receive testing accommodations on the SSAT.

No.

You may use more than one SSAT Fee Waiver if you are issued more than one.

While the score release for SSATs taken in January may occur soon after the common application deadline on January 15, most schools still accept them.

We recommend having students take the SSAT at Home at different times to allow individual assistance from parents or guardians and preserve internet bandwidth.

Students requiring access to epi-pens or inhalers for emergency purposes ONLY are not required to request access to these items as an accommodation.

This depends upon details related to your testing.

The permitted/required use of a computer to complete testing varies depending on test mode. Please review all rules and regulations for the laptop at SSAT.org.

Students can change their answer within the current test section.

Yes. Braille materials will be made available for any student in need following application and approval for this particular accommodation.

Make sure your computer is fully charged and plugged in on test day.

No. The approval of accommodations is to ensure access to accommodations on test day, but students may choose which, if any, accommodations they wish to use.

No. Students are permitted to take the Snapshot at their own pace and may receive assistance in taking it, as needed.

Any student requiring an enlarged format for testing are required to apply and be approved for such as an accommodation prior to registering for testing.

We highly recommend shutting down all programs and rebooting your computer before you start the test on test day for a smoother testing experience.

Students must complete at least one question from each scored multiple choice section.

A four-function calculator should contain only basic functions including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

If you would like to have additional accommodations considered/approved, please submit an email to ta@enrollment.org as soon as possible for assistance.

Access the free Elementary Level SSAT study guides for grades three and four.

The proctor will connect with your student via a chat window inside the Secure Browser.

Learn about the SSAT Elementary Level score report.

The step-by-step SSAT accommodations approval process for designated approvers.

Please return to the application for accommodations within your online account to enter contact information for the desired approver.

We recommend starting the install of the Secure Browser from the Chrome browser on your PC or Mac after you close all applications and reboot your computer.

If your student is in need of Sunday testing approval for any Standard SSAT offered in Israel, please contact EMA at ta@enrollment.org for assistance.

If you have PowerShell on your computer, you'll need to remove it to take the SSAT at Home. Here are some steps to follow.

Your student will be able to take two (2) scheduled breaks or request an unscheduled break by typing "break" in the proctor chat.

Testing accommodations are valid for two testing years.

Learn about the different sections on the SSAT score report.

Please login to your online SSAT parent account and return to the pending application for accommodations to upload supporting documentation electronically.

No. Accommodations approved during a given testing year will be available for that testing year plus one more.

Please provide your student with either a USB flash drive or a rewritable CD on which to store their written work upon completion on test day.

Expedited scoring is unavailable, but we offer alerts to notify you when your scores are available.

Yes. Anyone may serve in the role of reader and/or scribe for your child on test day so long as they have not also provided direct SSAT test preparation.

At this time, the Elementary level SSAT is only available as a paper based test.

Yes, we recommend that you use the Chrome browser on a PC or Mac to access your SSAT account, to run the system check, and to install the Secure Browser.

We recommend that you uninstall and reinstall the Secure Browser 30 minutes prior to your next test.

Learn the steps you must complete before test day.

Students in need of access to assistive hearing devices must be approved as part of an application for accommodations prior to registering for an SSAT offering.

You may choose to submit a new application for the new testing accommodations or you may contact EMA at TA@enrollment.org to see if they may be added without.

Yes. Readers are required to sign a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) for all SSAT test modes. This NDA must be completed and returned for the test to be scored.

Students requiring a small group setting on test day must apply and be approved for such accommodation prior to registering for any SSAT offering.

Students needing access to such items on test day will need to apply and be approved for such accommodations before registering for any SSAT offering.

Students needing access to prescribed medication(s) when testing must be approved as part of an application for accommodations prior to registering for testing.

Yes, screen recording is required for the SSAT at Home.

Any student requiring an assistive reader on test day are required to apply and be approved for such accommodation prior to registering for testing.

Any student requiring an assistive scribe on test day are required to apply and be approved for such accommodation prior to registering for testing.

Any student in need of a sign language interpreter for testing is required to apply and be approved for such as an accommodation ahead of test registration.

Rules for the use of laptop vary based on the mode of testing being completed by the student.

Any student needing access to a calculator for testing, must be approved for this as an accommodation prior to registering for testing.

Students that have applied and been approved for access to a hand held magnifier as an accommodations are permitted access to a magnifier on all test sections.

Each mode of testing has different nuances when it comes to the rules and regulations for accommodations. Please review rule differences at SSAT.org.

For more info on the approval process and the responsibilities of the approver, please visit: https://www.ssat.org/testing/accommodations/guide-for-students

Any student approved for access to 50% additional time will receive this increased amount of time so long as they have been registered for accommodated testing.

After accommodation approval, it is recommended that you have a conversation with your student about what to expect on test day and their accommodations.

Check out this link to view the SSAT at Home dates that still have availability.

Approved students are permitted to record all answers directly in the test book rather than transferring answers to a corresponding answer sheet.

The writing sample section varies based on the test level.

Learn about the SSAT registration scenarios where you may want to indicate a grade that isn't your child's current grade.

Please contact us as soon as possible.

Click here to learn more.

Direct Access indicates when a student's application has met all criteria to allow the application to be approved without submission of supporting documentation

Learn the difference between EMA's Official SSAT Practice and Test Innovator's SSAT practice using EMA licensed content.

This statement enables the parent or guardian to indicate if any irregularities interfered with the student's ability to complete the test.

The testing year is from August 1 through the end of the following July.

Students may have two blank pieces of paper, a regular pencil, and a water bottle with no label or a clear glass of water.

Prohibited items include cell phones, watches, calculators, bags, coats, and snacks.

In some cases, you will have the ability to make a test change within your online SSAT account by returning to the paid registration.

Your student can call a parent our guardian into the room to help if needed.

If your student has a disconnection or another technical issue that prevents the completion of the test, rest assured that EMA will work with you.

Feminine hygiene products are handled differently depending upon test mode.

Learn about the content and timing for each section of the Middle Level SSAT.

Learn about the content and timing for each section of the Middle Level SSAT.

Learn about the content and timing for each section of the Upper Level SSAT.

Review the SSAT at Home test day tips.

Review the steps below to prepare for a successful test day experience.

Your student may bring regular #2 pencils with an eraser attached.

EMA provides all necessary and reasonable accommodations to best ensure students with disabilities are able to demonstrate their true academic abilities.

On test day, you should start the test 30 minutes prior to your scheduled time by downloading the Secure Browser.

To find out more regarding accommodated testing for the SSAT, please visit: https://www.ssat.org/testing/accommodations/guide-for-students

You will enter your SSAT Fee Waiver on the payment page at the end of registration.

The SSAT at Home is available only in the U.S. and Canada.

Any non-family member of the clergy able to attest to your student's need to test on an alternate day of the week due to recognition of the Sabbath.

For more information regarding the rules and regulations surrounding the reader, scribe, and sign language interpreter accommodations, please visit SSAT.org.

The "Other" entry fields allow families to request accommodations or list disabling conditions beyond those listed on the application.

SSAT Fee Waivers include several valuable benefits that are only available once you register for an SSAT.

Rebooting your computer increases the likelihood that testing will occur no issues.

No. SSAT score reports do not provide any indication that a student testing with accommodation nor will this protected information be shared for any reason.

Find answers to your test day questions and who to call.

Here are the steps you'll take to register for the SSAT

SSAT fee waivers waive the test fee and are issued by member schools directly.

Students can now take the SSAT at Home which will have the same content, length, and quality of the traditional SSAT.

Learn how to reschedule or cancel your test appointment.

Use the test center search.