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title: What is the validity of SAT scores?
description: "The College Board stores SAT scores indefinitely, but many universities prefer scores from the last 5 years, and some competitive programs prefer more recent scores (often within 2-3 years)."
url: "https://www.collegeaccessprogram.in/faq/what-is-the-validity-of-sat-scores/"
updated: "2026-05-19"
category: Understanding Standardized Tests
---

# What is the validity of SAT scores?

The College Board stores SAT scores indefinitely, but many universities prefer scores from the last 5 years, and some competitive programs prefer more recent scores (often within 2-3 years).