Once upon a time, the standardized test known as the PSAT was viewed as a mini-SAT. And it was, literally, a “mini” version of the exam—a full hour shorter than the SAT. That’s no longer the case.
In 2015, the College Board overhauled both the SAT and the PSAT, revising the structure and content of its full suite of assessments: the SAT as well as the PSAT 8/9, PSAT 10, and PSAT/NMSQT. While the PSAT 8/9. PSAT 10, and PSAT/NMSQT don’t directly affect college admissions decisions, these exams can make a big impact on your college prospects. Here’s what you need to know.When folks talk about the PSAT, they typically mean the test students take during junior year. Its full name is the PSAT/NMSQT, which stands for Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Here’s a quick breakdown of the three PSAT varieties:
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