The SAT exam,in Nigeria.

What the SAT is

The SAT is the admission test most US universities and colleges accept for undergraduate entry, and many use it for scholarships and placement. It is run by the College Board, and some universities in Canada, the UK and elsewhere also consider SAT scores.

The digital SAT format

The SAT is now fully digital and runs for 2 hours and 14 minutes, with a 10 minute break. It has two sections: Reading and Writing (54 questions, 64 minutes) and Math (44 questions, 70 minutes). Each section has two modules, and the second module adapts to how you did in the first. You take it in the College Board’s Bluebook app on your own laptop or tablet, or on a borrowed device.

How the SAT is scored

Each section is scored from 200 to 800, for a total of 400 to 1600. Competitive US universities often look for 1400 and above, while many good schools admit students in the 1200s. Your target depends on the schools and scholarships on your list.

SAT test dates in Nigeria, 2026 and 2027

The SAT is offered in Nigeria on the College Board’s international dates: 7 November 2026, 5 December 2026, 6 March 2027, 1 May 2027 and 5 June 2027. Registration closes about two weeks before each date, and test centres in Lagos, Abuja and other cities appear when you book.

SAT fees in Nigeria

Through Mafit, SAT registration is ₦200,000, or ₦180,000 with code MAFIT, a saving of ₦20,000, with free self paced online prep included. You pay in naira and we complete your College Board booking for you. Late registration, centre changes and cancellations carry extra College Board fees.

How to register and prepare

To register for the SAT in Nigeria, choose your test date, complete one form and pay in naira. You need a valid international passport whose name matches your registration. Your free self paced online SAT prep opens in your Mafit account as soon as you register.