Free SAT and ACT resources: official practice tests and prep
First checked October 11, 2026; rechecked October 23, 2026 · Sources: College Board and ACT; fee-waiver details as described by College Board and ACT and widely reported; UWorld’s trial from its own page.
The best free SAT and ACT resources come from the test makers. College Board provides full-length practice SATs in its Bluebook app, the same app used on test day, plus free official SAT practice on Khan Academy. ACT publishes free practice tests and prep on act.org. Eligible students can also get fee waivers that cover registration.
Free SAT and ACT resources at a glance
| Resource | Test | Price | Why use it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebook full-length practice tests | SAT | Free | Same app and adaptive format as test day |
| Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy | SAT | Free | Skill-by-skill practice from College Board’s partner |
| Free ACT practice tests and prep | ACT | Free | Official questions from ACT |
| College Board and ACT fee waivers | Both | Free if eligible | Cover registration for up to two tests, plus score reports |
| UWorld free trial | Both | Free for 7 days | Try exam-style questions with explanations |
| ACT My Answer Key | ACT | Paid | Your questions and answers after selected test dates |
From College Board, ACT and providers’ own pages, checked October 23, 2026.
How to use free SAT and ACT resources
Take one official practice test of each to choose your test; the concordance table helps compare scores.
Use Khan Academy for the SAT or ACT's free prep for the ACT, focusing on the skills your practice test showed were weakest.
Use the enhanced ACT format (English, math, reading; four-choice math) when practicing for the ACT.
Save at least one full official test for the week before test day.
Fee waivers
Both College Board and ACT offer fee waivers to eligible students. College Board’s covers registration for two SAT dates and score reports, and can unlock college application fee waivers; ACT’s covers registration for two tests, including optional sections. Ask your school counselor how to apply.
When free isn’t enough
If you run out of official practice or want explanations and a plan, see our best SAT and ACT prep: UWorld’s question bank starts at $99, and Magoosh is the cheapest full course at about $129.
Common questions about free SAT and ACT resources
Are there free official SAT practice tests?
Yes. College Board’s Bluebook app has free full-length practice SATs in the same adaptive format as test day.
Are there free official ACT practice tests?
Yes. ACT publishes free practice tests and prep on act.org.
Can I prepare for the SAT for free?
Many students do, using Bluebook, Khan Academy and ACT’s free tests; others add a paid course for more practice or live help.
Can I take the SAT or ACT for free?
Yes, for eligible students. Ask your school counselor about College Board and ACT fee waivers.