Claims that the SAT has been “dumbed down” fail to reflect reality. The SAT—in its paper-and-pencil past and in its digital present—remains the gold standard for reliable and rigorous measurement of college readiness.

All students, no matter their background, should have access to opportunities that improve their academic skills and put them on the path to success in college and career. Read how the SAT Suite helps achieve this.

In an increasingly test-optional landscape, it’s important for students to take the SAT. This is especially true for underrepresented students as the SAT helps remove barriers to higher education.

With new features like Career Insights, the College Board can help students start the conversation around planning for future career opportunities once they review their PSAT/NMSQT or PSAT 8/9 score report.

College Board's collaboration with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will bring new career-focused courses to high school students nationwide.

Learn how AP Precalculus, the fastest growing AP course, is reshaping K-12 math education.

Learn how AP Precalculus has significantly increased Black and Latino participation in AP STEM subjects overall.

This report takes a hard look at the data and gaps that persist for Black, Latinx, and Indigenous student enrollment in AP courses. It also highlights strategies states and districts are employing to close equity gaps and increase participation and performance.

Research shows that the largest predicted boost in college grades and on-time degree completion comes from moving a student from 0 to 1 and from 1 to 2 AP® courses.

While offering AP Calculus can help solve the problem of students not earning college credit for a college-level math course, teachers also benefit from this course, which includes resources that support every stage of instruction.

With the growing adoption of AP Seminar, offering this course benefits students by meeting state English Language Arts standards. See how schools are taking a variety of approaches to implement AP Seminar.

Students at Henry Clay High School in Lexington, Ky., initially signed up for an African American literature and film class this year.

Ahenewa El-Amin has taught African American literature and AP English Literature and Composition for years at Henry Clay High School in Lexington, Ky.