<p>I heard that they usually make Fall SATs (October, November) harder because that's when all the seniors take it. </p>
<p>Is there a time of year when the test is "easiest"? (I mean it doesn't matter much for me anyway; I have to take it before February.)</p>
<p>It doesn’t really make a difference. If the SAT was significantly easier in a certain month, the average scores across the country would be higher, and the scoring curve would still remain roughly the same.</p>
<p>If the test is harder, the curve will be easier. Whereas if the test is easier, the curve will be harder. It is all relative.</p>
<p>My counselor at my SAT class says the test is usually easier after the seniors apply for college like around January because that’s when the curve is not too crazy.</p>
<p>There is no time when the test is “easier.” The experimental section is used to gauge difficulty and leads College Board to adjust the test to make it fair for everyone. A score you get in October in theory will translate to a similar score in March.</p>
<p>While you’re applying to college, a lot of well meaning people will tell you a lot of stuff that just isn’t true.</p>
<p>This was one of those times.</p>
<p>Even if its just a superstition, how do u think the December sat curve is? Easy, okay, or hard?</p>
<p>The curve is dependent on the test. It’s determine PRIOR to the test. Even if EVERYONE does amazing, because it’s an insanely easy test; but CB didn’t think so, the curve has been determined already, and everyone will get 800’s.</p>
<p>Goodness. Am I releaved!</p>
<p>I also heard a lot of rumors that October SATs are generally more difficult, especially the international one this October. Many of my friends who got good scores took it in May. But maybe still a coincidence.</p>
<p>I think if you can spare another retake, take it again Jan./Feb. For good measure. </p>
<p>But word is that the curve has been determined before the test and we’re all getting 800s, so we’re good, guys. Don’t stress. </p>
<p>I actually had a dream about that, Reckie. I woke up and I was so disappointed! Ugh, thanks a lot haha :)</p>