Fees and Deadlines
Fees
The fees listed below are for Talent Search and testing July 1, 2017 – June 30, 2018. Talent Search fees are non-refundable. Test fees are refundable only when documented medical reasons are provided and, for the PSAT 8/9 and SAT, when the College Board cancels a test.
Talent Search Fees
| For students living in the U.S. | For students living outside the U.S. | |
|---|---|---|
| CTY Talent Search Application Fee | $43 | $56 |
Test Fees
| Test Name | For students living in the U.S. | For students living outside the U.S. |
|---|---|---|
| SCAT | $60 | Varies |
| STB | $75 | Varies |
| PSAT | $38 | Varies |
| SAT with essay | $46 $60 | $45 + Non-U.S. Regional Fee + Other Processing Fees |
| ACT with essay | $46.00 $62.50 | $46 + $47.50 surcharge $62.50 + $47.50 surcharge |
Deadlines
Students who test and earn eligible scores before February 28 enjoy a wider range of gifted and talented Summer Programs and Online Programs session-based course options as well as have a better chance of receiving financial aid.
| Test | Talent Search Application submitted by | Testing Dates |
|---|---|---|
| SCAT | 3 weeks before desired test date | Test now through June 30, 2018* |
| STB | 3 weeks before desired test date | Test now through June 30, 2018* |
| PSAT 8/9 | 5 weeks before test | See College Board site** |
| SAT | 5 weeks before test | See College Board site |
| ACT | 5 weeks before test | See ACT site |
*Students who select the SCAT or STB must test on or before June 30, 2018 and can choose a date, time, and location convenient for them.
**Students can register through Talent Search for the PSAT 8/9; students can take the PSAT 8/9 only once in an academic year.
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