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The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT ®²), cosponsored by the College Board and the Nation Merit Scholarship Corporation, is an important first step towards college. Test Results and their accompanying analysis are valuable tools that can help prepare students for the SAT® and education opportunities beyond high school.

Each year, more than 3.4 million high school students take the PSAT/NMSQT to:

• Help assess academic skills necessary for college-level work
• Prepare for the SAT
• Enter competitions for scholarships
• Receive information for colleges
• Begin college and career planning

The PSAT/NMSQT is the qualifying test for prestigious National merit scholarship and recognition programs. Test-takers also receive access to their Student Score Report portal, a free personalized college and career planning kit that included access to scholarships and free practice resources including Khan Academy.

Resources

Before the PSAT

• Official PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide
• Preparing for the PSAT

On PSAT Day

• What To Bring On Test Day

After the PSAT

• Create a College Board Account
• Understanding PSAT Results
• Understanding Your PSAT/NMSQT Score Report - Video