Go to your local library and photocopy at least 5 real SAT exams to use as practice tests. You should also borrow or purchase a study guide (such as Kaplan, Princeton Review, etc).

Work through the lessons and examples in the book(s), and take a practice exam (under real test conditions — no eating, no radio, no distractions) every 2 weeks (or more frequently if your test date is soon). Keep track of your progress in each subject (critical reading, writing, and math) seperatly, so that you can devote more time to subjects in which you need more improvement.

Study vocabulary. I recommend making flashcards for every single unknown word you encounter on a practice test, as well as working through lists of common SAT vocab (found on the internet) and making flashcards for any word on these lists you cannot define.

If you do not see progress in your scores after 2 months, consider taking a class or seeking out private tutoring. These options can be expensive, so definitely try studying on your own first. Best of luck!

u know i just really HATE the SATs and I cant wait til they are over bc they absolutley suck ***. Im a senior and im taking them again in october. bc even though i studied and did tons of practice questions and done good on them i still sucked *** on the real SAT. start as early as u can. get a tutor that would help. i noticed it was difficult for me to study for the SAT bc u know its not actual homework. but with a tutor it is actual homework so its more likely to be done. make sure to buy a book from like barnes and noble. review old math thats really important. im doing that now. also learn as much as vocab as u can.

when i took the SAT i didnt even know half the words on the critical reading section. so make flashcards of SAT words. some SAT prep books come with flashcards. u just got to study as much as u can for it! u dont want to be in my sitaution and get a horrible score! lol