One of the best preparations for the SAT is the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). The PSAT is a multiple-choice standardized test administered by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation. It is given once a year in October at high schools nationwide. The PSAT is a practice test for the SAT, and top-scoring juniors may qualify for National Merit Scholarship consideration and
The 2026 PSAT date is TBD.
The test will take place at the school and administered during school hours.
This test is designed for students who are interested in attending a four-year college. Juniors can take the test for free and can sign up at PSAT Sign Up. Sophomores are $18 and can pay through the payment portal. Taking a practice test is a great way to simulate test day.
PSAT Practice Test
Questions?
Contact the NTHS College & Career Center.
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