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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. The answer: National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Now that you know that, you’re probably wondering what the National Merit Scholarship is and how you qualify for it.

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What is the National Merit Scholarship Program?

Spark Admissions

“National,” “Merit,” and “Scholarship” all sound very good when considered in the midst of college admission. Even better when you realize that just by taking the PSAT in the fall of your junior year, you’ve already entered yourself for this award! National Merit Scholarship Eligibility First things first.

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College Admissions Glossary of Terms

Admissions Village

Admissions/Application Language*: Acceptance/Admission: An offer of admission to a college for its incoming class. Possible decisions include acceptance/admission, deferral to the regular decision pool (for applications submitted in the early rounds), placement on a waitlist, or denial of admission.

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A Simplified College Application Timeline Every High Schooler Needs

AdmissionSight

Junior Year – Fall (September to November) Take the PSAT. The PSAT, or Preliminary SAT, is a standardized test that gives you a sneak peek at what the SAT will be like. Plus, taking the PSAT puts you in the running for the National Merit Scholarship Program , which could help you earn some serious scholarship money for college.

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

AdmissionSight

RSI alumni often go on to achieve remarkable success, earning awards like Rhodes Scholarships and making breakthroughs in fields ranging from artificial intelligence to genetic engineering. Many RSI alumni have gone on to attend Ivy League schools , MIT, Stanford, and other top institutions, often earning competitive scholarships.

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How do my PSAT scores affect National Merit Scholarships?

CTK College Coach

What is the National Merit Scholar Competition/Test (NMSQT) and How Does it Relate to the PSAT? Junior year PSAT test takers are automatically considered for the National Merit Scholar competition, so the PSAT for juniors is officially known as the NMSQT/PSAT. Do I Win Scholarships for Being a National Merit Finalist ?

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Does the PSAT Matter? Should You Prepare?

Brand College Consulting

The PSAT will be given to area high school juniors (and younger students in some districts) on Wednesday, October 16. Do Colleges Care About the PSAT? The PSAT is not used directly by colleges and universities when they make their college admissions decisions. But does this test really matter? Should you take it seriously?

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