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National Merit Scholarship Program

The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is the qualifying test for the National Merit® Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). For more information, visit www.nationalmerit.org.

FAQ

For the PSAT/NMSQT, can I opt out of having my information shared with the National Merit Scholarship Program?

National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) is a cosponsor of the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). You cannot opt out of sending your scores to NMSC. If you do not wish to be considered in the National Merit Scholarship Program, contact NMSC directly.

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