Are you researching schools?
yes I am
You can consider such things as cost, location and accreditation when you are trying to decide where to go.
what is accreditation about?
An accredited school meets certain standards set by an independent agency. It helps ensure the training or education you get meets employer standards in a specific field.
how can I learn more about schools?
You can attend college fairs.  It will give you the chance to look at different schools by talking to representatives.
are the SATs a must?
For most undergraduate programs you will have to take either the SAT or the ACT test.
anything else I should do to help choose a school?