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Helping Students Level Up with PSAT Prep

Peterson's Blog

As one of the first high school standardized tests a student takes, the PSAT can set the stage for teenagers’ expectations of themselves and future exams. How have you helped prepare and bolster their abilities, contributing to PSAT test day success? The PSAT/NMSQT test is considered a practice test for the SAT exam.

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National Merit Scholarship PSAT Score Cutoff by State 2023-24

College Transitions

Before we reveal the National Merit Scholarship PSAT score cutoff by state in 2023-2024 and National Merit Scholarship requirements, a short history lesson…In 1955, the headlines were dominated by earth-shaking events such as Rosa Parks’ act of civil disobedience that set off the Montgomery Bus Boycott, athletic triumphs like the long-suffering (..)

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From Pencil & Paper to PC: The PSAT & SAT is Going digital

College Wise

This affected international test takers in March 2023 and will impact US students in March 2024, with a digital PSAT launching in October 2023. There will be some comparatively subtle changes to the content, but nothing we see as a dramatic shift. More information about the test itself is here.

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Understanding the National Merit Scholarship Program

Discovery College Consulting

In October, students across the country took the PSAT/NMSQT, and some are likely wondering what “NMSQT” stands for. To enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, students must take the PSAT/NMSQT in the fall of eleventh grade. Additionally, students who take the PSAT 8/9 or PSAT 10 do not qualify for the program.

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Why Should You Join the Research Science Institute? Benefits + Tips

AdmissionSight

Competitive test scores include: PSAT Math : 740+ PSAT Reading and Writing : 700+ ACT Math : 33+ ACT Verbal : 34+ While theres no minimum grade requirement for RSI, we recommend near-perfect grades in STEM subjects to strengthen your application. Submit scores from the PSAT, SAT, ACT, or AP exams. Standardized test scores.

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Standardized Testing and Its Role in College Admissions

Top Tier Admissions

The PSAT and Merit Scholarships: What You Need to Know College Admissions Calculator SAT Tutoring Expert one-on-one guidance to boost your score. Despite this trend, with many Ivy League colleges returning to mandatory testing for the 2024-2025 application cycle, standardized tests are back in the spotlight. Try Application Boot Camp®.

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PSAT Scores Are In! Now What?

CTK College Coach

Updated December 2022 Did Your Student Just Receive PSAT Scores? This One’s for You: Everyone has questions about PSAT scores when they come out each December, and I am here with answers for you. What Is the PSAT? Most high schools offer the PSAT to juniors as part of the National Merit Scholar (NMS) search process.

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