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PSAT to SAT conversion chart + explainer

College Essay Guy

MAY 8, 2024

Let’s get one thing straight: PSAT and SAT scores are not directly comparable. Still, we understand why you’re curious about a PSAT to SAT conversion chart. While not 100% accurate, it can give you a good idea if your PSAT score aligns with what you hope to achieve on the SAT. What does the PSAT cover?

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10 FAQs about the PSAT and National Merit Scholarship

Koodoos Learning

OCTOBER 15, 2020

What is the PSAT? The PSAT is not just a practice version of the SAT - though it will help you prepare; it was created as a way to qualify students for National Merit Scholarships. When should I take the PSAT? Meanwhile, the PSAT 10 is available in the spring. Where can I take the PSAT?

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What Is a Good PSAT Score? The Definitive Guide

Shemmassian Academic Consulting

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

A guide to the standardized test that determines National Merit and prepares students for the SAT. What is the PSAT? If you’re the parent of a high school senior, your child is likely focusing on the ACT or SAT , the standardized tests that are a crucial part of college admissions. What’s a good PSAT score?

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PSAT Scores Are In! Now What?

CTK College Coach

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Updated December 2022 Did Your Student Just Receive PSAT Scores? This One’s for You: Everyone has questions about PSAT scores when they come out each December, and I am here with answers for you. What Is the PSAT? Finally, some schools offer the PSAT to sophomores and even freshmen for early practice.

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CEG's Crash Course to Standardized Testing

College Essay Guy

JUNE 15, 2023

How can students find out what a “good score” is? How do the PSAT and the National Merit Scholarship play into all of this? Students themselves can choose whether or not to submit scores, and deciding not to submit a score does not negatively reflect on the student’s application.

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Checklist for Spring of Sophomore Year

CTK College Coach

MAY 2, 2024

This is your moment to plan the next two years. How do my PSAT scores affect National Merit Scholarships? Sophomores, you have completed the first half of high school and are headed for big things in the coming months and years, including preparing for college applications. How to time WHEN to take the SAT/ACT?

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Checklist for Spring of Sophomore Year

CTK College Coach

MAY 2, 2024

This is your moment to plan the next two years. How do my PSAT scores affect National Merit Scholarships? Sophomores, you have completed the first half of high school and are headed for big things in the coming months and years, including preparing for college applications. How to time WHEN to take the SAT/ACT?

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PSAT Scores: What is the PSAT + What is a “Good” PSAT Score?

College Essay Guy

MARCH 17, 2023

If you’re reading this, we’re guessing one of three things is true: you’re about to take the PSAT (don’t worry … it’s just practice!), you already took the PSAT and are waiting for your PSAT scores (woohoo … you did it!), TABLE OF CONTENTS (click to skip ahead) What is the PSAT? What is Tested on the PSAT?

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Does the PSAT Matter? Should You Prepare?

Brand College Consulting

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

The PSAT will be given to area high school juniors (and younger students in some districts) on Wednesday, October 16. But does this test really matter? Do Colleges Care About the PSAT? The PSAT is not used directly by colleges and universities when they make their college admissions decisions.

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Understanding PSAT Scores

HelloCollege

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As students prepare to take the SAT during their sophomore or junior years, they might wonder how they can improve their scores for this critical exam. The PSAT, also known as the Preliminary SAT, is one tool you can use to gauge your academic abilities and your preparedness for the real SAT.

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To Test Prep, or Not?

CTK College Coach

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Testing Tips and Timeline for High School Juniors (Class of 2025) October - Taking the PSAT Most high school juniors in the US will take the PSAT on or around October 11. The PSAT will still be the qualifying exam for the National Merit scholarship (the NMSQT). No more long reading passages.

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The Thoughtful College Search

JANUARY 30, 2023

The school is being investigated for having failed to inform students that they had been recognized as Commended Students in the National Merit Scholarship Competition. Commended Student” is one of two levels of recognition in the National Merit program. News as the top high school in America.

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Digital SAT

CTK College Coach

MAY 24, 2023

When Does the New SAT Format Take Effect? Will the PSAT Be Digital this Fall? Yes, the PSAT/NMSQT (National Merit qualifying exam) will be digital for October 2024 test takers (Class of 2025). Read more about the PSAT here. The SAT will still be scored on a 1600 scale. CTK College Coach.

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To Test or Not to Test?

Admissions Village

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Test scores and test-optional admissions, which have been in the spotlight for several years now, are getting renewed attention as of late. This week, Yale announced that they will require testing but that they are flexible on which type of testing, SAT, ACT, AP, or IB exam score. Yale has said they will not take predicted IB scores.

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CTY at Johns Hopkins: An In-Depth Guide

College Essay Guy

OCTOBER 10, 2023

If you’re an advanced student and you’re looking for your intellectual community, The Center for Talented Youth could be just the place for you to find your people! Does astrophysics really get your brain spinning? Who knew they might be in Maryland?) What is the Johns Hopkins CTY Talent Search? How do you apply for CTY?

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What is the National Merit Scholarship Program?

Spark Admissions

JUNE 20, 2023

“National,” “Merit,” and “Scholarship” all sound very good when considered in the midst of college admission. Even better when you realize that just by taking the PSAT in the fall of your junior year, you’ve already entered yourself for this award! National Merit Scholarship Eligibility First things first.

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Rising Junior and Senior Admissions Journey Timeline (2023 Updates)

Admissions Mom

JUNE 22, 2023

Junior year is where your college admissions journey starts for real. You now have quite a few items to tick off your to-do list, but don’t freak out if you’re already a rising senior — (or even a fall semester senior for that matter if you’re reading this much later). You need to take time to recharge your batteries.

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ACT vs SAT: Differences + Which Test Should You Take?

College Essay Guy

MARCH 13, 2023

What is the highest possible score on the ACT? What is the highest possible score on the SAT? Difference between SAT and ACT English Difference between ACT and SAT Math Difference between ACT and SAT Reading ACT Science Scoring: ACT vs SAT ACT to SAT Conversion Is the SAT or ACT easier? What is on the ACT test? What is the SAT?

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5 Admissions Questions Sophomores Should Ask Their College Counselor

Princeton College Consulting

AUGUST 6, 2019

Your college counselor’s main role is to coach you through it, offering guidance and support as you navigate the road from high school to college. Asking questions will not only allow you to stay informed throughout the admissions process, but it will help your college counselor help you. But where do you even start?

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Tips and Examples for UT-Austin “Please share background on events or special circumstances that you feel may have impacted your high school academic performance, including COVID-19.”

Tex Admissions

MARCH 20, 2022

Nevertheless, this essay is a perfect opportunity to discuss circumstances and context relevant to your academic performance. Transfer Essay C Special Circumstances There may be personal information you want considered as part of your admissions application. The Whitsundays., Queensland, Australia.

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Rising Junior and Senior Admissions Journey Timeline (2023 Updates)

ACT vs SAT: Differences + Which Test Should You Take?

5 Admissions Questions Sophomores Should Ask Their College Counselor

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