Testing
PSAT/NMSQT
PSAT/NMSQT
PSAT/NMSQT stands for Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. This test is structured similarly to the SAT®, has the same sections and timing, and measures the same Reading and Writing and Math skills students learn in the classroom—the knowledge and skills your child needs to succeed in college and career. Sophomore's take the PSAT to prepare taking the SAT junior year. Juniors take the test to qualify for NMSQT, which is an opportunity to receive scholarship funding! Learn more about the NMSQT here.
Study Materials for PSAT/NMSQT
College Board PSAT/NMSQT (online & paper) Practice Tests
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt/preparing/practice-tests
2023 PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide
https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/psat-nmsqt-student-guide.pdf
Free SAT Practice Test
http://www.princetonreview.com/college/free-sat-practice-test.aspx
KHAN Academy and CollegeBoard have partnered up to provide free practice resources for the SAT/PSAT here
https://www.khanacademy.org/sat
Peterson's Test Prep Information for PSAT, SAT, ACT
http://www.petersons.com/college-search/test-prep-topics.aspx
The World of Math Online - Study math by subject
PSAT/NMSQT Scores
PSAT scores are available through the College Board website. Go to www.collegeboard.com and create an account if you have not created one already.
Scores range from 320 to 1520 and are on the same score scale as the SAT. This means that a score of 1100 on the PSAT/NMSQT is equivalent to a score of 1100 on the SAT. The only difference is that SAT scores range from 400 to 1600, because the difficulty level of the questions is higher than on the PSAT/NMSQT.
Students also receive a PSAT/NMSQT Selection Index score, which National Merit Scholarship Corporation uses as an initial screen of students to the National Merit Scholarship Program. The Selection Index score is calculated from the Reading and Writing and Math section scores and ranges from 48 to 228.
*At Borah High, all Sophomores and Juniors will take the PSAT/NMSQT on Wednesday, October 11th at Borah High. The PSAT/NMSQT is free and students are already signed up.*
SAT
SAT
SAT stands for Scholastic Aptitude Test. This is one of two college entrance exam. The SAT covers Math, English and Writing. Students register on-line at CollegeBoard.com. It is important to check with specific college/university that you are planning to apply to regarding their recommendation on which college entrance exam to take.
Study Materials for SAT
SAT Student Guide 2024: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/media/pdf/sat-student-guide.pdf
Free SAT Practice Test: http://www.princetonreview.com/college/free-sat-practice-test.aspx
KHAN Academy and College Board have partnered up to provide free practice resources for the SAT/PSAT here: https://www.khanacademy.org/sat
Peterson's Test Prep Information for PSAT, SAT, ACT: http://www.petersons.com/college-search/test-prep-topics.aspx
The World of Math Online - Study math by subject: http://www.math.com
SAT Scores
SAT scores are available through the College Board website. Go to www.collegeboard.com and create an account if you have not created one already.
The highest possible score you can earn on the SAT is 1600 points. To get this score, you have to get a perfect 800 on each of the two sections: Math, and Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW). These scores are then totaled to give you a composite score of 1600.
*At Borah High, all Juniors will take the SAT on Wednesday, April 10th at Borah High. The SAT is free and students are already signed up.*
ACT
ACT
The ACT is one of two college entrance exams. This test covers English, Math, Reading, and Science reasoning. Students register on-line at www.actstudent.org. It is important to check with specific college/university that you are planning to apply to regarding their recommendation on which college entrance exam to take.
Study Materials for ACT
ACT Study Guide 2023-24: https://www.act.org/content/dam/act/unsecured/documents/Preparing-for-the-ACT.pdf
Free ACT test prep: https://www.act.org/content/act/en/products-and-services/learning-resources.html
Free ACT Practice Test: http://www.princetonreview.com/college/free-act-practice-test.aspx
Peterson's Test Prep Information for PSAT, SAT, ACT: http://www.petersons.com/college-search/test-prep-topics.aspx
The World of Math Online - Study math by subject: http://www.math.com
ACT Test material: http://www.act.org/qotd/
ACT Scores
ACT scores are available through the ACT website. Go to your MyACT account and create an account if you have not created one already.
Your Composite score and each test score (English, mathematics, reading, science) range from 1 (low) to 36 (high). The Composite score is the average of your four test scores, rounded to the nearest whole number. Fractions less than one-half are rounded down; fractions one-half or more are rounded up.
AP
AP
AP stands for Advanced Placement and it is a class developed to give high school students an introduction to college-level classes and also gain college credit before even graduating high school. AP course work is college level work, student are expected to read, reason and write at a college level. All curriculum for AP courses is checked and certified to be college level by the college board. Students who receive passing scores on their AP tests, can earn college credit. Learn more about AP on College Board's website.
AP credit is given based on the score a student receives on the AP exam, which is taken at the end of the class.
Study Materials for AP
Ask your AP teacher
Connect to AP Classroom, once enrolled in an AP class
AP Scores
AP Exams are scored on a scale of 1 to 5. Many U.S. colleges grant credit and/or advanced placement (that means they let you skip the equivalent course once you get to college) for scores of 3 and above, but it depends on the college. View the link below to find out how your score transfers to a college
AP Credit Policy Search: https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/getting-credit-placement/search-policies
(BYU specific): https://enrollment.byu.edu/registrar/ap-ib-guides
To send your AP scores to a college, go to https://apstudents.collegeboard.org/view-scores#/
*At Borah High, students who take an AP class are expected to take the AP exam.*
ASVB
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is the military entrance exam and can also be used to help any student identify career paths. Any student is welcome to take the ASVAB.
The ASVAB will be held at Borah, for FREE, on November 30th, 2023.
If you are interested in taking the ASVAB, let Ms. Porchia know in the Career Center.
CLEP
The College-Level Examination Program® (CLEP) helps you receive college credit for what you already know, for a fraction of the cost of a college course. CLEP offers 34 exams that cover introductory level college course material. With a passing score on one CLEP exam, you could earn three or more college credits at 2,900 U.S. colleges and universities.
Learn more about CLEP exams at https://clep.collegeboard.org/
*Students can use Advanced Opportunity/Fast Forward Funding to pay for exams*