Education is compulsory from age 6 to 18. Primary education spans 4 years with national curriculum. Lower secondary education (grades 5-8) includes foreign languages. Upper secondary education (grades 9-12) prepares for university
SAT is a globally recognized college admission test accepted by prestigious universities. SAT score is a prerequisite for admission to top universities like Harvard
Average SAT score in 2024 was 1024 out of 1600 possible. Scores have declined from 1060 in 2021 to 1024 in 2024. Over 80% of colleges have test-optional or test-free policies
ÖSS was first introduced in late 1960s to replace individual university selection. In 1980, ÖSS and ÖYS exams were introduced, with ÖSS covering ninth grade. ÖYS placed students to universities after ÖSS results were evaluated
SAT consists of two sections: Reading and Writing and Math. Each section contains two modules with 27 questions each. Total of four modules completed on test day. Essay portion no longer offered since June 2021
Education is compulsory and free until grade 12. System centralized by MEB for undergraduate levels. Higher education overseen by YÖK