PSAT/NMSQT



PSAT/NMSQT

 

The PSAT/NMSQT measures the critical reading, math problem-solving and writing skills that you've been developing all your life.  It doesn't measure things like creativity and motivation, and it doesn't recognize the special talents that may be important to colleges.

Sample verbal, math, and writing skills questions with answers and explanations are available.

The PSAT/NMSQT gives you firsthand practice for the SAT I and it also gives you a chance to qualify for National Merit Scholarship Corporation scholarship programs.

The PSAT/NMSQT is administered by high schools.  Online registration is NOT available.  Many sophomores and juniors take the test to get as much practice as possible, but only PSAT/NMSQT scores from a student's junior year are used to award scholarships.

PSAT/NMSQT Score Reports are mailed to high school Principals and are usually available to students prior to Christmas break.

 

Why take the PSAT/NMSQT?

So you can:

?• Compare yourself with other college-bound students around the country

?• Find out what the SAT is like (The PSAT/NMSQT includes actual SAT questions)

?• Assess your verbal, math, and writing skills

?• Forecast your SAT scores

?• Participate in the Student Search Service to get mail from colleges

 

What's on the PSAT/NMSQT?

The PSAT/NMSQT includes five sections:

?• Two 25-minute verbal sections

?• Two 25-minute math sections

?• One 30-minute writing skills section

The whole test requires two hours and 10 minutes.

 

Scholarship and Recognition Programs

By taking the PSAT/NMSQT, you may qualify to enter the competitions for prestigious scholarships and participate in recognition programs.

PSAT REGISTRATION :  This test is administered to all Sophomores at no cost to the student.  Juniors need to pay for the test.

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