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Comparison: PSAT/NMSQT and PSAT 10
The PSAT/NMSQT and PSAT 10 are the same test, offered at different times of year. They have the same subject matter, score range, and difficulty, but they’re different in these ways:
| Difference | PSAT/NMSQT | PSAT 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Who takes it | 11th or 10th graders | 10th graders |
| When it's offered | Fall | Spring |
| Qualifies students for the National Merit® Scholarship Program | Yes (11th graders only) | No |
| Qualifies students for scholarship programs | Yes | Yes |
| Fee waivers offered | Yes | No |