This will depend upon the type of support staff.

2026–27 SSAT at Home Testing Season: Details Coming Soon

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My student has been approved for a human reader, scribe, or other support staff for the SSAT. Does this individual need to do anything to be approved prior to testing?

August 6, 2021

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Review the specific requirements for readers, scribes, and other support staff on the SSAT accommodations page. Requirements or actions may vary by test mode.

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2026–27 SSAT at Home Testing Season: Details Coming Soon

2026–27 SSAT at Home Testing Season: Details Coming Soon

2026–27 SSAT at Home Testing Season: Details Coming Soon

2026–27 SSAT at Home Testing Season: Details Coming Soon

My student has been approved for a human reader, scribe, or other support staff for the SSAT. Does this individual need to do anything to be approved prior to testing?

Save 14 hours or more applying with the Standard Application Online.

Are students able to bring and use scratch or graph paper to help them problem solve when taking the SSAT?

Are students with limited English proficiency (LEP) or those considered to be learning English as a Second Language (ESL) eligible to receive accommodations on the SSAT?

Can I get more than one SSAT Fee Waiver?

Can I send January SSAT scores after the application deadline?

Can more than one child take the SSAT at Home at the same time?

Can my student bring and use their Inhaler or Epi-pen to the SSAT in case of emergency?

Can my student end a section early on the SSAT?

Can my student use the laptop to complete all sections of the SSAT on test day?

Can students change their answer or answer choice on the SSAT?