The PSAT/NMSQT® Test. What is it, and why does it matter for juniors? What is the PSAT/NMSQT® Test? The PSAT/NMSQT® (Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a standardized test administered by the College Board and is now...
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What's a good PSAT/NMSQT® score? The digital PSAT(Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test)/NMSQT®(National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is a standardized test administered by the College Board that prepares you for the SAT® Test. The PSAT/NMSQT® is also your...
