College Testing

Testing and College Entrance

College entrance exams are required by most 4-year and some 2-year colleges and universities as part of the application process.  Some 2-year colleges, community colleges or other trade or technical schools may not require the exams, but use the exam results for placement purposes, in which case they are recommended.  Check your college's admissions policy.

College Entrance Exams Offered at G. Ray Bodley High School

The ACT in October, December and June; the SAT in December and June.  The exams are also offered on several other dates throughout the school year at testing centers across the country.  You can register online by linking to the SAT or ACT sites below.

Special Needs Students

Students with special needs must register and be approved by the testing agency in order to receive testing modifications.  This takes some additional time, so planning ahead is strongly advised.

G. Ray Bodley's College Testing Program
	Grade 10	The PLAN Exam is a preliminary college test for sophomores from American College Testing.  Register in the guidance office in the fall.  The exam is given in late October or early November.  A fee applies.
PSAT/NMSQT®	Grade 11 (selected Grade 10)	The PSAT (Preliminary SAT) is a test for juniors from the College Board.  Register in the guidance office in the early fall.  The exam is given in mid-October.  A fee applies.
	Grade 11	The SAT Reasoning Test GRB Test Center Code:  33-428 GRB High School (CEEB) Code:  332-020
	Grade 11	The American College Test (ACT) GRB Test Center Code:  189840 GRB High School (CEEB) Code:  332-020
SAT Subject Tests	Grade 11	SAT Subject Tests are required by some competitive colleges and universities.  Check with you college before signing up.

What college test preparation is available?

Cayuga Community College's Fulton Center offers college test preparation.  Link to their site here or contact them for dates, times and fees.

How early should students begin college testing?

The college testing program at G. Ray Bodley High School is available to sophomores, juniors and seniors beginning as soon as the fall of a student's sophomore year.  After taking both preliminary exams (PLAN and PSAT), students are advised to take their ACT and SAT exams for the first time before the end of their junior year.  This allows for additional opportunities to take the test at the beginning of the senior year before college applications are sent.

What college testing is available to students at G. Ray Bodley H. S?

10th Grade - The PLAN exam (American College Testing's assessment for high school sophomores) is offered to 10th grade students at GRB around the first Saturday in November.  It offers an early opportunity to test under authentic conditions, become familiar with the ACT test format and gain information about strengths and weaknesses.  Announcements regarding test registration and fees are made well in advance of the test.  Sign up with Ms. Coniski in the Guidance Office.

11th Grade - The PSAT exam (Scholastic Assessment Test's preliminary college entrance exam for high school juniors) is offered to 11th grade students at GRB on one Saturday in mid-October.  It offers an early opportunity to test under authentic conditions, become familiar with the SAT test format and gain information about strengths and weaknesses.  Announcements regarding test registration and fees are made well in advance of the test.  Sign up with Mr. Ascenzi in the Guidance Office.

Do all colleges require college entrance exams?

Which test should I take?

Because the tests are substantially different, and because most colleges will accept either one (and will generally accept the higher scores), it is advisable for most students to take both.

What are the SAT Subject Tests and should I take them?

The SAT Subject Tests are one-hour exams in specific school subjects that some of the most competitive colleges require.  You only need to take these tests if the college to which you are applying requires them.  Check with your college admissions office, web site or printed materials to determine which tests to take.