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The Digital SAT is the computer-based version of the SAT introduced by College Board starting in 2024 for US students. It is shorter (about 2 hours 14 minutes vs 3 hours), uses an adaptive two-module format for each section, and is taken on a device rather than paper. Each section is still scored 200–800 for a total of 400–1600.

A raw score is simply the number of questions you answered correctly in a module — there are no penalties for wrong answers. College Board then converts raw scores to scaled section scores (200–800 each) using a curve that accounts for slight difficulty variations between test forms. Your total score is the sum of the two scaled section scores.

The Digital SAT has two sections: Reading & Writing and Math. Each section is split into two modules of equal length. Reading & Writing has 27 questions per module (54 total); Math has 22 questions per module (44 total). The second module of each section is adaptive — its difficulty adjusts based on your performance in Module 1.

The national average SAT score is approximately 1050. Scoring above 1200 is generally considered good, placing you above the 75th percentile for many schools. A score of 1400+ is competitive for selective universities, while 1500+ is considered excellent and is near or above the 75th percentile at highly selective schools. A perfect score is 1600.

A 1600 requires a perfect raw score on all four modules — 27/27 on both Reading & Writing modules and 22/22 on both Math modules. Less than 1% of test-takers achieve a perfect score, but it is absolutely possible with thorough preparation. Even top Ivy League schools admit many students who scored well below 1600.

After you complete Module 1 of a section, the algorithm assigns you either an easier or harder Module 2 based on your performance. Performing well in Module 1 routes you to the harder Module 2, which gives you access to higher score ceilings. Doing poorly routes you to the easier Module 2, which caps the maximum scaled score you can earn in that section.

The average (mean) SAT score in recent years is approximately 1050 out of 1600, which corresponds to roughly 520–530 for each section. Average scores vary significantly by state, school, and year, so always compare your score to the middle 50% range (25th–75th percentile) of admitted students at specific colleges you are targeting.

Consistent practice with official College Board materials — including full-length adaptive practice tests — is the most effective strategy. Focus on understanding the types of errors you make rather than simply raking up practice volume. Many students also benefit from targeted prep in their weaker areas, whether that is grammar rules, algebra, or reading comprehension strategies.