Sending Archived SAT Scores

Sending Archived SAT Scores: Everything You Need to Know

If you’re applying to college and took the SAT a few years ago, you might be wondering: Can I still send my old scores? The answer is yes—but the process is slightly different. These older scores are called archived SAT scores, and this guide will walk you through how to request and send them to colleges or scholarship programs.

What Are Archived SAT Scores?

SAT scores are considered “archived” if they are more than one year old. While your scores don’t expire, they are moved to an archive by the College Board and are not accessible through the regular online score report system.

Instead, archived scores must be requested using a special process, which includes additional fees and more processing time than standard score sends.

When Do SAT Scores Become Archived?

SAT scores taken more than one year ago are considered archived.
They are still valid and can be sent to colleges, but they are no longer available in your online College Board account.
If you haven’t accessed your College Board account in a while, you may need to reclaim or reactivate it to request archived scores.

How to Request Archived SAT Scores

There are two main methods to send archived SAT scores:

1. By Mail or Fax

You’ll need to complete the Archived Score Report Request Form, which you can download from the College Board website.

Steps:

Download and fill out the Archived Score Report Request Form.
Include your full name at the time of testing, current name, date of birth, test date, and test center.
List the colleges or scholarship programs where you want your scores sent.
Send the form via mail or fax to the address listed on the form.

2. By Phone

You can call College Board Customer Service to request your archived scores.

U.S. and Canada: 1-866-756-7346
International: +1-212-713-7789
Have your information ready, including your name, birth date, and old test center details.

Note: Requests by phone may still require you to fill out the archived request form later.

Fees for Sending Archived SAT Scores

Archived score report fee: $31 (per order)
Additional score report fee: $14 (per recipient)

For example, if you’re sending scores to three colleges, you’ll pay:

$31 (archival retrieval fee) + (3 × $14) = $73 total

Rush reporting (delivered faster) is available for an additional fee of $31, but note that rush processing still applies after the score has been retrieved from the archive.

How Long Does It Take to Send Archived SAT Scores?

Standard processing time: 2–5 weeks
Rush processing: Within 1 week after the request is processed

Because archived scores take longer to retrieve, it’s best to plan ahead and submit your requests well before college application deadlines.

Can You Still Use Old SAT Scores?

Yes, most colleges accept older SAT scores as long as they are from within the last 5 years. Always check with your prospective colleges to confirm their policies. Some highly selective schools may have specific score time limits.

If your scores are older than 5 years:

Some colleges may still accept them.
Others may require you to take the SAT again.

Helpful Tips When Requesting Archived Scores

Use the same name and date of birth from when you originally took the SAT.
If your name has changed (due to marriage or legal reasons), include documentation if necessary.
Make sure you have the exact names and addresses of colleges you want to send scores to.
Double-check deadlines. Don’t wait until the last minute to request archived scores.
Keep proof of submission or call logs in case you need to follow up.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I see my archived SAT scores online?
A: No. Once archived, scores are no longer available through your online College Board account.

Q: What if I lost my College Board login info?
A: Use the “forgot username/password” feature. If your account has been inactive for a long time, you may need to call customer service to recover or reactivate it.

Q: Do colleges see that my scores are archived?
A: No. Colleges receive the scores the same way they do standard score reports. They won’t know whether your scores came from the archive.

Sending archived SAT scores is absolutely possible — but it requires a few extra steps, some fees, and a little patience. Whether you’re reapplying to college or applying later in life, this guide can help you navigate the process and meet your deadlines.

If you’re looking for more test prep tips, application checklists, or help choosing colleges, explore the rest of our SAT blog section!