Scoremojo editorial teamKey takeaways
- Reading and Writing: 54 questions in 64 minutes. Math: 44 questions in 70 minutes.
- Each section has two modules; the second adapts to how you did on the first.
- Each section is scored 200–800, for a total of 400–1600.
What are the sections of the Digital SAT?
The Digital SAT has two sections, taken in this order: Reading and Writing, then Math. Each section is split into two modules of equal length.
| Section | Questions | Time | Modules |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reading and Writing | 54 | 64 min | 2 × 27 questions, 32 min |
| Math | 44 | 70 min | 2 × 22 questions, 35 min |
| Total | 98 | 2 h 14 min | 4 |
What does Reading and Writing look like?
Every question has its own short passage or a pair of short passages, followed by one question. The questions cover four areas: Information and Ideas, Craft and Structure, Expression of Ideas, and Standard English Conventions.
What does Math look like?
Math covers four areas: Algebra, Advanced Math, Problem-Solving and Data Analysis, and Geometry and Trigonometry. Most questions are multiple choice; some ask you to type your own answer. A Desmos graphing calculator is built in for the whole section.
How does the adaptive part work?
Everyone takes the same kind of first module. Your performance on it decides whether your second module is harder or easier, and that is part of how your score is calculated.
How is the Digital SAT scored?
Reading and Writing and Math are each scored from 200 to 800. Together they make the total score, from 400 to 1600. There is no penalty for wrong answers.
Questions students ask
Is there a break in the Digital SAT?
Yes, there is a short break between the Reading and Writing section and the Math section.
Can I go back to a question?
Within a module, yes: you can move between questions and mark them for review. Once a module ends, you cannot return to it.
- College Board — How the SAT Is Structured (read 30 Oct 2026)
- College Board — Understanding SAT Scores (read 30 Oct 2026)
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