Can SAT scores be received after application deadline?

I want to apply to UIUC Early action. If I take the October SAT, I should expect to receive my scores around the 20th of October. Since the deadline for applying is November 1st and the scores take some time to be sent. Will I be safe even if admissions get them after the application deadline? What is the general rule for score sending? Not just UIUC but other colleges as well.

Generally you would be. Schools will sometimes have the dates for when they require info on their web sites. I believe UMich is hard over on its date for scores but usually there is some flex. They know students have limited control over things other than the application.

You’ll probably be okay. I have heard of teacher recommendations arriving late without much ado.