Why Offer the PSAT/NMSQT?

Help your students get more from their score. The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is more than good practice for the SAT and their scores are more than just a number.

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The Digital PSAT/NMSQT Is Here

The digital format means shorter testing time, faster score delivery, and more flexibility for when and where the test can be administered.

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What to Expect with the Digital PSAT/NMSQT

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Connect Students to Scholarships and Recognition Programs

National Merit Scholarship Program

The PSAT/NMSQT is the only qualifying test for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).

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Scholarship Opportunities

Taking the PSAT/NMSQT gives students the chance to access over $300 million in scholarship opportunities.

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National Recognition Programs

Students who take eligible administrations of the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, or AP Exams and meet certain score requirements are considered for College Board National Recognition Programs.

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Get Actionable Data

Using the online reporting portal, you'll be able to:

  • Evaluate each student’s college and career readiness.
  • Determine which knowledge areas and skills need more work.
  • See how much progress they've made from the PSAT 8/9.
  • Leverage this data for instructional planning.
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Broaden Access to AP

The AP Potential™ tool is designed to help you expand access to your AP programs by identifying students who are ready for AP based on their performance on the PSAT/NMSQT and other tests in the SAT Suite.

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Our staff truly appreciated the time-saving aspect of the digital test. Both coordination and proctoring proved to be much more efficient this year with the digital PSAT/NMSQT.

Heather Tremblay, Curriculum & Student Support Coordinator, Biddeford High School, Maine

OFFICIAL SAT PRACTICE

Free Access to Practice Resources for All Students

To help students be successful and become familiar with the digital test, they will have access to free, world-class practice opportunities on Bluebook and through Official Digital SAT Prep on Khan Academy®. 

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The Power to Plan—in the Palm of Students' Hands

With the BigFuture® School mobile app, PSAT 10 test takers 13 and over will have access to their scores and customized career information and guidance about planning and paying for college. Based on your school or district, students may also have access to the Connections™ program, which allows students to hear from nonprofit colleges, scholarships, and educational organizations—without having to share any personal information.

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PSAT/NMSQT Educator Resources

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PSAT/NMSQT Resources

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PSAT/NMSQT Test Dates and Deadlines

View important dates and deadlines for administering the PSAT/NMSQT.

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Comparison: PSAT/NMSQT and PSAT 10

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