Note to: Most testing agencies require about eight weeks’ notice prior to a test date to make needed arrangements.
You can register your child in the CTY Talent Search through May 31, 2008. Students who test by March 15* will receive full Talent Search benefits and may still apply for CTY’s Summer Programs, if qualified. The earlier you register, the better your chances of securing a Prometric test date prior to March 15*. After this date, testers receive the same benefits but are no longer eligible for Awards Ceremony consideration. Contact CTY at 410-735-6278, 410-735-6200 (fax), or email ctyinfo@jhu.edu for your SCAT test eligibility number and packet 3-4 days after applying for the Talent Search. Again, the earlier you register, the better your chances of securing a Prometric test date prior to February 15th. Read more about the Talent Search for 2nd – 6th graders; Or visit our Frequently Asked Questions; Or apply to the CTY Talent Search online. *Edited 02/27/08
You can register your child in the CTY Talent Search through May 31, 2008. Students who test by February 15 will receive full Talent Search benefits and may still apply for CTY’s Summer Programs, if qualified. SAT 05/03/2008 | ACT 04/12/2008 * | SAT’s regular deadline is 04/01/2008—you may apply late through 04/10/2008 Apply to the Talent Search and contact CTY at 410-735-6278, 410-735-6200 (fax), or email ctyinfo@jhu.edu if you do not receive your test registration packet two weeks before the test. Late SAT registration may require additional fees | ACT’s regular deadline is 03/07/2008—you may apply late through 03/21/2008 Apply to the Talent Search and contact CTY at 410-735-6278, 410-735-6200 (fax), or email ctyinfo@jhu.edu if you do not receive your test registration packet two weeks before the test. Late ACT registration may require additional fees |
*NY TESTERS: Please keep in mind ACT does not offer February testing in New York state If you miss late testing deadlines, you still have options--
You can still attempt stand-by testing for the SAT and stand-by testing for the ACT ; both sites provide information on how to register, site availability, and any associated fees. Read more about the Talent Search for 7th & 8th graders Or visit our Frequently Asked Questions Or apply to the CTY Talent Search online.
If you have questions or concerns about test center closings due to weather, please refer to the following:
SAT: Sunday testing for the SAT is available for students who cannot take the SAT on Saturday because of religious convictions. Follow directions under "Sunday Testing" of the Registration Bulletin for the SAT Program. You will still be eligible for all Talent Search benefits, including consideration for invitation to Awards Ceremonies and related benefits, if qualified. ACT: For the ACT, non-Saturday testing dates are available for students. ACT advises that if there is a test center within 50 miles of your home for any test date, you should plan to register for that date and request that center. If this option is not available to you, do not register. Instead, please write: ACT Universal Testing
PO Box 4028
Iowa City, IA, 52243-4028 Describe your situation. Information will be sent to you about arranged testing. SCAT/STB: You may take the SCAT or STB on a date and time convenient for you. As long as you test in the Talent Search testing window, you will be eligible for all Talent Search benefits, including consideration for invitation to Awards Ceremonies and related benefits, if qualified. Most Prometric test centers are open weekdays from 8AM to 8PM, and provide Saturday hours, too.
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