Thursday, August 15, 2024

PSAT

   The PSAT/NMSQT test will be offered at ALA on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

  • The test is OPTIONAL for juniors.
  • The test starts immediately after homeroom on October 17 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 30.
  • There is NO FEE when signing up for the exam.
  • 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.


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