Testing
SAT - ACT - AP Test Information
Advanced Placement Examinations
APs are offered in United States by the College Board and are taken each May by students. The tests are the culmination of year-long Advanced Placement courses.
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PSAT Information
What is the PSAT?
Co-sponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC), the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (NMSQT)—often shortened to PSAT—is a standardized test targeting 9th - 11th graders.
In addition to being a preparatory test for the SAT, the PSAT is a qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program in the junior year. Visit the PSAT Website for more information.
The PSAT is Saturday, October 15th at 8:00 am. Order online in the Webstore or in-person at the Student Store.
Why Do Students Take the PSAT?
Students take the PSAT primarily for the following reasons:
Practice for the SAT: Helps students get familiar with the layout and content of the SAT. The PSAT allows students to get a feel for the SAT and helps them identify potential strengths and weaknesses.
Opportunity for National Merit distinction or scholarship: Students take the PSAT is to try to win a National Merit scholarship. 7,500 entrants will each win a $2,500 scholarship along with distinction of National Merit Scholar.
Prepare for second attempt at the PSAT: Students practice for the PSAT as 9th & 10th graders before taking it again as juniors. Although freshman and sophomores aren't eligible for National Merit, taking the PSAT early can increase your shot at getting a high PSAT score—and the possible National Merit scholarship
UC and CSU Standardized Test Policies
Test Optional/Test Blind
Fairtest.org provides a list of colleges and universities who have a test optional and test blind policies. It is always wise to visit the college website to verify the policy.
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