Free apps to help you prepare for the SAT, the American college admissions exam.

Summer and fall are the ideal time to prepare for the standardized assessment test (SAT), which is used for admission to US universities. Free apps can be a reliable aid. The best ones are described in Lifehacker.

Even if you've been studying all summer, fall is the perfect time to review material and catch up on last-minute preparation. And no matter your learning style, an app is sure to be helpful. Here are some of the best apps for iOS and Android (some are also available in the browser).

Khan Academy

Khan Academy — a nonprofit organization and College Board partner that has become practically synonymous with test prep. They offer free courses in various AP (Advanced Placement) subjects. ПRome.), across a variety of subjects, and, of course, standardized tests like the SAT and LSAT. So, once you start preparing for the SAT with Khan, you can continue using this resource.

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In addition to its extensive database of materials, Khan Academy also offers video content: the videos cover problems similar to those you'll encounter on the exam. For real practice questions, you'll need to use the full desktop version of the website, but the videos in the app are convenient for studying on the go.

Khan offers not only study materials but also reference videos and articles. For example, you can read about calculator usage on the SAT or watch a short video reviewing the test. Studying the material is one thing, but being prepared for the actual exam is quite another, and the app covers both aspects well.

Magoosh

Flash cards and practice tests Magoosh Covers English and math. Among all the apps, Practice & Prep stands out because it's entirely dedicated to the SAT and yet customizable. When you first log in, the system prompts you to enter your exam date and creates a study plan based on that. The preparation approach will vary depending on how much time remains until the exam (a month or a year).

Like Khan Academy, Magoosh provides information about the exam itself, including preparation articles. The app also features practice questions, videos on the reading and writing sections, and practice tests. Flashcards and study games are helpful, but the practice tests are especially important: they allow you to assess your ability to handle a large number of questions.

Please note that the company has two different apps: Practice & Prep and a separate one with flashcards only. You can use both.

Varsity tutors

Varsity tutors — another well-known name in education, and their SAT app is very good. After logging in, you can take a diagnostic test to identify weaknesses, complete a practice test, or use flashcards and other study methods grouped by topic.

The app's main goal is to encourage you to take lessons with a paid tutor, but the free materials available are also good. The English and math tests are quite challenging: you get a breakdown of correct and incorrect answers and even see how long it took you to solve them compared to other users.

brainscape

Beauty brainscape Flashcards are a common method for learning information, but Brainscape has an advantage: it works directly with the organizations that create and administer official exams. This means that decks of cards are created not by guesswork, but based on official requirements and curricula. This means that Brainscape doesn't simply provide flashcards "for general development"; it offers materials that meet actual exam standards.

Important: Brainscape uses an adapted Leitner system. After answering a card, you rate how well you knew the answer on a scale of 1 to 5. This determines how often you'll see the card again: those you know less well are repeated more often, while those you've mastered are repeated less frequently. This method encourages more effective learning, which is a winning strategy.

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NotebookLM

If you are a student at any level, not just preparing for the SAT, you can try NotebookLM from Google. It's an AI-powered tool similar to a chatbot, but with one key difference: it doesn't pull data from the internet, but works exclusively with materials you upload yourself. If you have practice tests or study materials from school, a tutor, a consultant, or online, you can upload them to NotebookLM and ask the system to create a practice test, flashcards, notes, or even a podcast where two voices discuss the material. No matter how you prefer to learn, NotebookLM has the right tool for you.

Importantly, NotebookLM uses only the content you upload. This means you won't receive random or incorrect content from the internet, but only the information you've chosen. ChatGPT often makes mistakes, making NotebookLM a great alternative for those who enjoy using AI but are wary of being misled. Available on iOS, Android, and in your desktop browser.

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