Reading: The Reading section assesses your ability to comprehend and analyze written passages from a variety of subjects, including literature, social sciences, and natural sciences. You’ll be tested on your understanding of main ideas, vocabulary in context, textual evidence, and analytical reasoning.

Writing and Language: The Writing and Language section evaluates your command of standard written English. It includes multiple-choice questions that test your grammar, punctuation, usage, and sentence structure skills. You’ll be asked to improve sentences, identify errors, and enhance the overall effectiveness of written passages.

Math (No Calculator): The Math section without a calculator measures your problem-solving abilities and mathematical fluency. It covers topics such as algebra, geometry, data analysis, and basic trigonometry. You’ll be required to solve problems, interpret graphs and charts, and apply mathematical concepts to real-world scenarios—all without the use of a calculator.

Math (Calculator): The Math section with a calculator also evaluates your problem-solving and mathematical skills but allows you to use a calculator. The topics covered are similar to the Math section without a calculator, but the questions may involve more complex calculations. You’ll need to analyze data, solve equations, and apply mathematical reasoning using a calculator when necessary.

Essay (Optional): The Essay section provides you with a prompt and asks you to analyze an argument and construct a well-organized essay expressing your analysis. This section tests your ability to comprehend and analyze complex arguments, develop a clear thesis, provide evidence and examples, and demonstrate strong writing skills.