PSAT
Q: What is the PSAT/NMSQT?
A: The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT)/ National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT) is a voluntary multiple-choice test that measures verbal and mathematical reasoning abilities.
It can give students/parents an idea of which AP courses the student may be ready to take.
It is an exam that can help a student obtain scholarships, if the student's score is high enough to qualify.
Q: Who can take the PSAT/NMSQT?
A: The PSAT/NMSQT is for 10th and 11th grade students. Students in 10th grade can be recognized for a high score. However, only students in 11th grade will qualify for scholarships ($$ for college) when taking the exam.
Q: When is the PSAT/NMSQT?
A: The PSAT/NMSQT exam is taken during the Fall, at the high school, and is taken during the school day.
Q: How long is the PSAT/NMSQT?
A: The PSAT/NMSQT takes about 3 hours to complete.
Q: I still have questions about the PSAT/NMSQT. Who should I contact?
A: If you still have questions on if you should take the exam, or if you have logistical questions, please contact Mrs. Laurie Strom in Pupil Services.
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