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In October of 2023, the PSAT will be fully digital (as opposed to paper-and-pencil) for the first time. Though this change may feel drastic, you can become fully equipped for this pivot by knowing what to expect.
What is the PSAT? The PSAT is an exam that is a less difficult version of the SAT....
Each year, tens of thousands of students take the PSAT exam at high schools across the United States. The PSAT is not used by colleges in the admission process. Still, the results can help you better understand your academic strengths and weaknesses and suggest the skills you should focus on in...
Sometimes, preparing for college can be just as much (or sometimes more) work than the classes themselves. Did you know that college prep starts long before your senior year in high school? In fact, it can begin as soon as eighth grade with the PSAT or Preliminary SAT test. Students can take...
So Many Questions…
Have you signed up to take the SAT yet? Or maybe you’ve already taken the PSAT? Did you notice that there are questions about your grades, your interests, your intended college major, etc. in the registration? What’s up with all those...
Welcome back from winter break! Now is the time to review your MID YEAR CHECKLIST. January is a great time to get organized and jump-start your college search.
1. Meet with your high school counselor
- Review your PSAT scores...
What should you be prepared for on the PSAT?
- Guessing allowed. Remember, no deductions are made for incorrect answers on the PSAT. So – guess away!
- Prepare to read for content. PSAT uses long reading passages, with questions based on content not...
Taking PSAT is one step in preparing for the SAT. It's also the test used to determine if you qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program. A test for sophomores (the PSAT 10) will be offered by some schools between the end of February and early March....
January equals the mid-point of your school year. NOW is the time to review your MID YEAR CHECKLIST. This is an exciting but busy time for you.
1. Meet with your high school counselor
- Review PSAT scores with counselor and parents (if...
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