The College Board will no longer offer the optional essay or subject tests as part of the SAT as the standardized testing service works toward “reducing demands on students.” “As students and colleges ...

The essay portion of the SAT and ACT is technically optional, but that doesn't mean you should write it off. Many colleges require applicants to provide their essay results from one of the exams, ...

State lawmakers said the move is intended to reduce student stress, shorten testing times and create a fairer path to college.

The SAT college admission test will no longer require a timed essay, will dwell less on fancy vocabulary and will return to the familiar 1600-point scoring scale in a major overhaul intended to open ...