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The SAT's optional essay and subject tests are no longer required by the College Board.
They stated "As students and colleges adapt to new realities and changes to the college admissions process, College Board is making sure our programs adapt with them. We're making some changes to reduce demands on students. This change simply streamlines the process for students who have other, more relevant opportunities to show they can write an essay as part of the work they're already doing on their path to college."
For international students, the subject tests will still be offered, but only for two more sessions in May and June of 2021. Students already registered for subject tests will be automatically refunded and those registered for the SAT essay will still be able to take the test through June 2021.