
The CSAT is coming on the 19th, the last test to be conducted under the current elective system.
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The 2027 College Scholastic Ability Test will be held on the 19th, and it is the last test administered under the current elective system. The Korean language and mathematics areas are comprised of common subjects and elective subjects, and in the social studies and science areas, students can select up to two subjects without distinction. The EBS linkage rate is maintained at 50%.
On the 9th, 10 days before the '2027 College Scholastic Ability Test', the Jeonnam Gwangju Metropolitan Office of Education presented a final learning strategy.
On the 8th, the Unified Office of Education urged, “You must make a final review of what you have studied and maintain a practical sense and a stable rhythm of life according to the CSAT timetable.”
To this end, it was recommended to check the time allocation for each section and the order of problem solving by solving problems according to the actual test time starting at 8:40 a.m. when the Korean language section begins.
Rather than spending too much time on difficult problems, it was suggested that students also practice solving solvable problems accurately first.
He advised that key concepts should be organized focusing on EBS-linked textbooks and weak areas, and that mistakes should be reduced by repeating studies with familiar materials rather than new textbooks.
He added that it is effective to check literary works and reading sanctions for Korean, frequently incorrect questions and solution procedures for math, and major passages and weak points for English.
The day before the test, you should check the preparation materials such as admission ticket and ID card and the travel route to the test site, and be aware of prohibited items such as electronic devices and precautions for test takers.
The Unified Office of Education plans to deploy additional personnel dedicated to preventing smart glasses cheating in order to conduct the CSAT safely.
The 2027 CSAT, scheduled for the 19th, is the last exam to be conducted under the current elective system.
The Korean language and math areas consist of common subjects and elective subjects, and in the social studies and science areas, you can select up to two subjects without distinction.
The EBS linkage rate is maintained at 50%.
Superintendent Kim Dae-jung plans to visit the examination center in November to check preparations and encourage test-takers.
Superintendent Kim said, “I hope you will finish your studies calmly, take care of your health, and not lose confidence until the last moment.” He added, “We will do our best to manage the test site and prevent cheating so that test takers can take the test in a safe environment.”
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Superintendent Kim Dae-jung plans to visit the examination center in November to check preparations and encourage test-takers.
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