Will I definitely have a power outlet at my desk for the Digital SAT?
No, College Board's own guidance does not promise you a power outlet at every desk for the Digital SAT. Test centers are required to provide managed Wi-Fi to every student and to keep some outlets available, often at extra desks, for anyone whose battery is running low on test day.
No, you should not assume a power outlet will be available right at your own desk for the Digital SAT. College Board's guidance only guarantees managed Wi-Fi for every student, plus some backup outlets elsewhere in the room.
What SAT Centers Are Actually Required To Provide
| Facility | Guaranteed At Every Desk? |
|---|---|
| Managed Wi-Fi for the Digital SAT | Yes, provided to all students |
| Power outlet | No, only some outlets or extra desks are made available for low battery devices |
Why This Rule Exists
Test centers vary widely in their physical setup, so College Board keeps the outlet requirement flexible while making Wi-Fi mandatory for everyone. This means your seat assignment on test day may or may not be near a plug point.
My Advice
Do not count on charging your device during the exam. Treat a fully charged laptop or tablet as non-negotiable the night before, and pack your charger anyway in case you are seated near one of the backup outlets.
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