College Board’s website has a history of glitching and going down at the worst possible times. Given their track record, will they crash again, in 2026?

Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to "Yes" if the College Board's website experiences a crash or significant outage during the release of SAT scores for the upcoming test administration. A "crash" or "significant outage" is defined as a period during which the website is inaccessible or non-functional for a majority of users for at least 30 minutes. Verification will be based on official statements from the College Board, reputable news sources, or widespread user reports from credible platforms.

Background

The College Board has a history of technical issues during critical times. For instance, during the March 8, 2025, SAT administration, a technical glitch caused some students' exams to be submitted automatically before their testing time was over. The College Board acknowledged the issue and offered affected students refunds and makeup testing options. (allaccess.collegeboard.org)

Similarly, in October 2023, during the digital PSAT administration, a surge in traffic caused delays and prevented some schools from beginning testing as scheduled. The issue was resolved within a few hours, but it disrupted the testing process for many students. (allaccess.collegeboard.org)

These incidents highlight the potential for technical difficulties during critical periods, such as score releases.

Considerations

Given the College Board's previous technical challenges during high-traffic periods, there is a possibility of website issues during the upcoming SAT score release. Traders should monitor official communications from the College Board and stay informed about any reported technical problems during this period.