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Triple the students now get extra SAT time because of disability ‘cheaters’ —and parents are paying for it

Nypost · · 647 words · By Alex Oliveira
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Triple the students now get extra SAT time because of disability ‘cheaters’ —and parents are paying for it See more of our coverage in your search results.

Why it matters

Add The New York Post on GoogleThe number of high schoolers who are getting extra time on college exams has more than tripled in the last decade — and parents are fuming that “cheaters” are doling out up to $10,000 to secure accommodations for their kids…

Common ground

About 6.7% of students sitting the SAT in 2025 were given extra time on the standardized test — up from 2% a decade ago in 2016, according to test administer College Board.

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The tension in the story is sharpened by Loaded Language, Name Calling / Labeling, Hasty Generalization: language that can make the dispute feel more urgent, personal, or adversarial than the underlying facts alone.

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Loaded Language 90% confidence
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Hasty Generalization 70% confidence
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fact_checkClaims Checked

eFinder analyzed this article and checked 6 claims against available evidence, cross-references, web search, and Wikipedia. Here is what the fact-checking layer found.

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Claim 1: “The ACT saw a similar increase, with 7% of students receiving accommodations compared to the 4.1% who did in 2013, the Wall Street Journal reported.”
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The provided evidence consists entirely of dictionary definitions for the word 'according' and contains no information regarding ACT accommodation statistics or reports from the Wall Street Journal.
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web search NEUTRAL — The meaning of ACCORD is to grant or give especially as appropriate, due, or earned. How to use accord in a sentence. Did you know? Synonym Discussion of Accord.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/according
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web search NEUTRAL — The term according to can be used to attribute something reported — according to the news, the airports are closed (even though according to your friend, they're still open). It also refers to agreeme…
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/according
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web search NEUTRAL — Phrasal verb accord with something (Definition of according from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus © Cambridge University Press)
https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/accordin…
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Claim 2: “affluent areas in the likes of New Jersey and Long Island tend to have higher rates of students being given extra time on tests, the Journal reported.”
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The provided evidence contains Wikipedia entries for 'Wall' and the homepage of the Wall Street Journal, but no specific reporting or data regarding accommodation rates in New Jersey or Long Island.
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web search NEUTRAL — A wall is a structure and a surface that defines an area; carries a load; provides security, shelter, or soundproofing; or serves a decorative purpose. There are various types of walls, including bord…
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wall
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web search NEUTRAL — Breaking news and analysis from the U.S. and around the world at WSJ.com. Politics, Economics, Markets, Life & Arts, and in-depth reporting.
https://www.wsj.com/
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web search NEUTRAL — 3 days ago · The meaning of WALL is a high thick masonry structure forming a long rampart or an enclosure chiefly for defense —often used in plural. How to use wall in a sentence.
https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wall
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Claim 3: “Some well-heeled parents have even gone so far as dropping $10,000 on neuropsychologists to secure diagnoses for their kids that will allow them extra time.”
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The evidence discusses the difficulty of obtaining diagnoses for children and the role of neuropsychologists, but does not mention parents paying $10,000 specifically to secure testing accommodations.
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web search NEUTRAL — Parents and professionals told our reporters that the system for children with a suspected or diagnosed neurodivergent condition is disjointed and hard to navigate. It can often take years to get help…
https://www.luxtimes.lu/luxembourg/i-dont-want-to-live-child…
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web search NEUTRAL — Refer patients for evaluations and assessments through Kolli Psychiatric & Associates. We collaborate with neuropsychologists to support diagnostic clarity, treatment planning, and ongoing care for ch…
https://kollipsych.com/neuropsychologists/
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web search NEUTRAL — That is why it is crucial for neuropsychologists to obtain preauthorization, as would be the case with other medical procedures and services sought by referral. Last, insurance companies do not pay fo…
https://www.mdedge.com/psychiatry/article/80614/practice-man…
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Claim 4: “About 6.7% of students sitting the SAT in 2025 were given extra time on the standardized test — up from 2% a decade ago in 2016, according to test administer College Board.”
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The provided evidence contains general information about the SAT, its 2016 version, and 2025-26 test dates, but contains no data regarding the percentage of students receiving extra time or statistics from the College Board.
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web search NEUTRAL — the version of the SAT introduced in 2016. College Board president David Coleman added that he wanted to make the test reflect more closely what students learn in high school with the new Common Core …
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SAT
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web search NEUTRAL — SAT Dates and Deadlines. At this time, registration is open for all students for the entire 2025-26 testing year.August 2025–June 2026 Test Dates. These test dates and deadlines apply to all students—…
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/dates-deadlines
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web search NEUTRAL — Get our SAT Practice Test questions. Learn more about the SAT test. Visit today!The SAT includes a reading and writing test and a math test. There are a total of 98 questions on the SAT, most of which…
https://www.mometrix.com/academy/sat-practice-test/
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Claim 5: “Depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and anxieties can also secure ACT-takers twice the standard test time or unlimited breaks — and even as much as four days to sit the test.”
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The evidence provides medical definitions of PTSD and anxiety from Mayo Clinic and the NHS, but does not mention ACT testing policies, double time, or four-day testing windows.
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web search NEUTRAL — Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that's caused by an extremely stressful or terrifying event — either being part of it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbac…
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/post-traumati…
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web search NEUTRAL — PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) is a mental health condition caused by very stressful, frightening or distressing events. Medicines and therapy can help manage it.
https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/ptsd-post-trauma…
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web search NEUTRAL — 5 Signs Of Anxiety That Often Go Unnoticed Anxiety is one of the biggest problems in modern society, and it's estimated that most of the population su...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1O4NW7pGgnE
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Claim 6: “A history of accommodations is typically required to gain extra time. A simple note from a doctor is not enough to qualify, an ACT spokesperson told the Journal.”
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The evidence mentions ACT COVID-19 guidelines and unrelated Quora/SOLAS information, but contains no statements from an ACT spokesperson regarding the requirement of a history of accommodations versus a doctor's note.
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web search NEUTRAL — Although ACT guidelines require test centers to position desks six feet apart, only test center staff are required to wear masks. Students are recommended to wear masks during testing, but not require…
https://edition.cnn.com/2020/07/25/us/act-coronavirus-studen…
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web search NEUTRAL — Quora is a place to gain and share knowledge. It's a platform to ask questions and connect with people who contribute unique insights and quality answers. This empowers people to learn from each other…
https://www.quora.com/
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web search NEUTRAL — Working in enclosed spaces can lead to a depletion of oxygen due to various factors like combustion, oxidation, or displacement by other gases. SOLAS and similar maritime safety protocols set a minimu…
https://www.gauthmath.com/ph/solution/1803716226993157/Accor…
info Disclaimer: This analysis is generated by AI and should be used as a starting point for critical thinking, not as definitive truth. Claims are verified against publicly available sources. Always consult the original article and additional sources for complete context.