PSAT

 The PSAT/NMSQT test will be offered at ALA on Wednesday, October 19, 2023.

• The test is OPTIONAL for juniors. Some sophomores also choose to take the test.
• The test starts immediately after homeroom on October 19 and ends by noon. There is no makeup date. The test is available once during the school year.
• Students who wish to take the test must sign up with Miss Else in the ALA office by August 31.
• There is NO FEE and is paid by the student when signing up for the exam. *Edited
• Reasons to take the test include:
• The questions, format, test prep, and scoring are similar to the SAT.
• It’s a fairly inexpensive “dry run” so students may feel less nervous for the SAT test (which should be taken in the spring of junior year or early senior year).
• The PSAT results help with SAT test prep using the College Board and Khan Academy accounts. This SAT test prep is free.
• PSAT scores are not provided to colleges and are not considered for admission.
• Juniors can earn a PSAT score to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program and other national recognition and scholarships.
• Students can opt to have limited personal information shared with colleges and scholarship providers. This can provide an opportunity to learn about various schools, programs, and scholarships available.