PSAT/NMSQT
The PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test / National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) provides students and educators with the chance to check in on progress toward college and career readiness and success. It also serves as an excellent way for students to preview and practice for the SAT, because the test is tightly aligned with the SAT.
The PSAT/NMSQT will give students access to free personalized SAT study. With students’ permission, Khan Academy will use their PSAT/NMSQT results to create a study plan especially for them.
Taking the PSAT/NMSQT can also connect students to AP courses, scholarships, and colleges through the plethora of data provided on the student's score report (and affiliated online resources).
The PSAT/NMSQT is the official route of entry to the National Merit® Scholarship Program. Students must be a junior (11th grade student) to be considered eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
The PSAT/NMSQT will give students access to free personalized SAT study. With students’ permission, Khan Academy will use their PSAT/NMSQT results to create a study plan especially for them.
Taking the PSAT/NMSQT can also connect students to AP courses, scholarships, and colleges through the plethora of data provided on the student's score report (and affiliated online resources).
The PSAT/NMSQT is the official route of entry to the National Merit® Scholarship Program. Students must be a junior (11th grade student) to be considered eligible for the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Who Takes the PSAT?
The State of Georgia pays for all sophomores (10th grade students) enrolled in GA public schools to take the PSAT each October, and 10th graders are automatically registered for the test. Juniors interested in take the PSAT in order to qualify for the NMSP must pay to take the PSAT.
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What's the date of the PSAT?The PSAT/NMSQT will be administered to 10th-graders and paying 11th-graders in October 2023.
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Can I practice for the PSAT?
The College Board, creator of the PSAT and SAT, posts several practice strategies, sample questions, and links to other resources on their PSAT/NMSQT web page. Be sure to check it out prior to October!
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Why does the State of Georgia pay for all first-time sophomores to take the PSAT/NMSQT?
The GA Department of Education cites several reasons to pay for the PSAT/NMSQT on their website.
Interpreting PSAT/NMSQT Results
Visit the College Board's PSAT website for a detailed explanation of how to interpret PSAT/NMSQT results. Additionally, NPHS will host a 10th Grade Informational Night in the spring semester, during which the PSAT/NMSQT results will be reviewed.