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Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.The PSAT is agreat primer for the SAT,and even the ACT,but it's more than just a trial run.PSAT scores are used toidentify National Merit Scholars and award merit scholarships.More than 3.4 million high school students(mostly juniors and sophomores)take this nationwide,multiple-choice test every year.  \n## PSATQuick Facts\n\nFrequency 1 time/year  \nDuration2 hours,45 minutes  \nSectionsMath,Evidence-Based Reading &Writing  \nCostFees are paid by schools  \nMax.  \n1520Score  \n## What is the PSAT and why is it important?\n\nThe PSAT won't count towards your college admissions applications,but it is the qualifying test forthe National Merit Scholarship.Some of the highest scoring students may win scholarship money,so whileyou shouldn't stress out about the PSAT,you certainly shouldn't ignore it either.Use the PSAT as practice forthe SAT and ACT and an important guidepost on your college admissions journey.  \n### When is the PSAT?\n\nThe PSAT is offered nationally every year in October.Ask your school counselor about when your class isscheduled to take the PSAT.View upcoming PSAT test dates.  \n### What does the PSAT test?\n\nThe PSAT has two sections:Math and Evidence-Based Reading and Witing.Youllencounter passage-based questions—sometimes accompanied by tables,graphs,and charts—and math problems drawing uponalgebra,geometry,and a little trig.  \nLearn about the 2015 changes to the PSAT.  \n### How is the PSAT scored?\n\nEach section is scored on a scale of 160-760,making a\"perfect\"score 1520.There are also test scores,  \ncross-test scores,and subscores.Find out more about PSAT scoring.  \n### Did I get a good PSAT score?\n\nGood question.The highest scores and percentiles earn National Merit Recognition.But PSAT scores are alsouseful in determining your best prep strategies for the SAT or ACT.For a PSAT score report consultation,callus at 800-2REVIEW.  \n### How do I register for the PSAT?\n\nCheck with a counselor at your school or at a school in your community to sign up.  \n### How should I prepare for the PSAT?\n\nThe PSAT and SAT tests are almost identical:the PSAT is 15 minutes shorter,does not include an essay,andhas aslightly different scoring scale.By prepping for the SAT,you are prepping for both tests!For a limitedtime,get our PSAT prep(a$299 value)for free when you enroll in a comprehensive SAT course or tutoringprogram.Learn more today.  \n## National Merit Scholarships and thePSAT\n\nEach year,over 3.5 million high school students take the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test,alsoknown as the PSAT.This test is a good indicator of how you'll perform on the SAT,while determiningyour eligibility for a National Merit Scholarship.  \nThe PSAT gives you an opportunity to understand the standardized test experience.Your scores will not besent to colleges and do not impact your high school grades.You should stilltake this test seriously:PSATscores determine your eligibility for National Merit Scholarships.  \n## Understanding the PSAT\n\nMost students take the PSATat their high school in the fall of their sophomore or junior year.Ask a teacher orschool counselor when the test will be offered at your school and how to sign up.Check upcoming PSATdates.  \nMany students do not prepare for the PSAT.If you choose to do some PSAT prep,you will gain asignificantadvantage over your peers.In fact,the best way to prepare for the PSAT is to prep for the SAT.  \n## National Merit Scholarships\n\nWinning a National Merit Scholarship is no easy task.Each year,approximately 50,000 students (out of 1.4million juniors)qualify for recognition based on their high PSAT score.Around 34,000 of these studentsreceive Letters of Commendation from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.While these letters don'tinclude a scholarship check,they look good to admissions offices and can be listed on your collegeapplication.  \nThe remaining 16,000 students or so—those whose 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