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PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide

Find information about the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test, including test-taking advice, tips, and entry to the National Merit Scholarship Program.

PSAT/NMSQT Testing Rules

National Merit Scholarship Program

The PSAT/NMSQT is the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Click here or download the PDF for more information.

Test-Taking Information

This introductory section explains what’s staying the same in the PSAT/NMSQT and what's new for digital, such as the Bluebook testing application.

Using This Guide

Introducing the Digital PSAT/NMSQT

Introducing Bluebook

Before You Test

This section contains policies, accommodation information, test dates and fees, and other details you should know before you test. You'll also find information on digital readiness activities.

Before You Test—Introduction

Away Students

Special Considerations

PSAT/NMSQT Test Dates and Fee

Testing Devices

If You Need Testing Accommodations

Privacy Policies

Telemarketing Scams

Test Question Inquiries

Additional Information on the SAT Suite of Assessments

Prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT

Read this section to find out more about practicing for the PSAT/NMSQT and what tools and resources are available to prepare. The structure of the Reading and Writing and Math sections are included.

Prepare for the PSAT/NMSQT—Introduction

Practice Test

What the Digital Reading and Writing Section Is Like

What the Digital Math Section Is Like

Information You'll Need on Test Day for Digital Testing

Be prepared for testing by understanding what you need to bring for the test and reviewing the testing guidelines in this section.

Test Day Items

Testing Guidelines

Test Submission

After the Test

Use the information in this section to help you make the most of your scores. You can also find out more about other tools that College Board offers to help you plan for the future.

How the PSAT/NMSQT Is Scored

Retesting

Introducing BigFuture School and Connections

Getting Your Scores

College Board National Recognition Programs

Scholarship Programs

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PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide

Information about the PSAT/NMSQT, with test-taking advice and sample test materials, privacy policies, and terms and conditions. It also includes a separate section with information about the National Merit Scholarship Program.

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