What Is Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test

I have heard a lot about the Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test (PSAT) want to know about this test in detail. Can you tell me for what purpose this test took place? Also tell me in which field I will get admission after qualifying this PSAT entrance test?

Hello sir, is there any one can tell me What Is Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test? Should I prepare for Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test?

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The Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test is a standardized test administered by the College Board and cosponsored by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) in the United States

Yes for high school admission you may attend Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test.
Students register for the exam through high schools which are members of the College Board.

The test is composed of four sections: two Math Sections, Critical Reading, and Writing Skills, and takes two hours and ten minutes to complete.

f the student takes the test in the 11th grade, the scores from the PSAT/NMSQT are used to determine eligibility and qualification for the National Merit Scholarship Program.

The scores are also good indicators of how the student will perform on college entrance exams such as the SAT.

All District 91 students are given the opportunity to take the PSAT free of charge in the fall of their sophomore year.

The test is not required for graduation but is given as a benefit to the students to assess their college readiness.

PSAT Quick Facts:

Frequency 1 time/year
Duration 2 hours, 45 minutes
Sections Math, Evidence-Based Reading & Writing
Cost Fees are paid by schools
Max. Score 1520

Upcoming Events:

OCT 10, 2018
Primary PSAT/NMSQT Test Day

OCT 13, 2018
Saturday PSAT/NMSQT Test Day

OCT 24, 2018
Alternate PSAT/NMSQT Test Day