The Digital PSAT/NMSQT

The PSAT/NMSQT is now digital! The test is easier to take, shorter, has more time per question, and comes with a built-in calculator. It can also qualify you for the National Merit Scholarship Program and other scholarships.

Who is taking the PSAT/NMSQT?

• All 10th and 11th grade students are automatically registered for this exam.

What do 9th and 12th graders do on the PSAT date?

• 9th and 12th graders have a student holiday.
• 9th graders who want to get PSAT practice may utilize the "PSAT Practice" resources listed below

What day is the PSAT/NMSQT?

• Wednesday, October 16, 2024
• For all other students (9th and 12th grade) this is a Student Holiday

What time/how long is the test?

• Students will report to campus at the normal time of 8:45. Testing should begin by 9 AM and conclude by 12 PM.
• Once testing concludes students will be dismissed to go home.

Will transportation be provided?

• Yes, buses will pick up at the normal times and buses will pick up from FHS at the conclusion of the test (specific times TBD).
• Students who require extended time (College Board-approved) will need to arrange for transportation since their release time will be after 12 PM.

What does my student need to bring?

• Their FISD issued and fully charged Chromebook and charger OR their personal device that meets the specifications below (See Technology Requirements)
• Charger for their device
• Photo ID or School ID

Will there be a makeup PSAT/NMSQT if my student is absent?

• Makeup exams for the PSAT/NMSQT will only be ordered for 11th grade students. If an 11th grader is absent for the test and wants to take a makeup exam, they need to email Delaney Lyon at dlyon@fisdk12.net within 24 hours of missing the exam.
• The makeup test date will be set after October 16th and will be during a school day.

Why Take the PSAT/NMSQT?

The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is more than good practice for the SAT, and the scores are more than just a number. With your results you can:

• See Your Progress: If you've already taken the PSAT 8/9 or PSAT 10, you'll be able to track your improvement. See your scores here.

• Set a Target: With insights about your knowledge and skills, set your own target SAT score. Get tips for target scores here.

• Get Your AP Potential: Access personalized recommendations about AP courses that are a good fit. Learn about AP Potential here.

• Enter the National Merit Scholarship Program

  Students who take the PSAT/NMSQT and meet other program entry requirements specified in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide will enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). Here is the guide to the National Merit Scholarship Program.

• Help Pay for College

  Our scholarship partners use the PSAT/NMSQT to find students qualified to apply for their programs. These organizations give out over $300 million in combined awards every year. Learn more here.

The PSAT/NMSQT is now digital! The test is easier to take, shorter, has more time per question, and comes with a built-in calculator. It can also qualify you for the National Merit Scholarship Program and other scholarships.

Khan Academy

Official Digital SAT Prep on Khan Academy® is also a good resource for the PSAT/NMSQT. It's free, comprehensive, and available to all students.

Practice with Bluebook™

Take a free, full-length practice test on Bluebook, or try a few sample questions in the test preview.

Practice Tests

Get free, downloadable practice tests online or on paper.

Build Your Study Plan - This is step-by-step guide on study resources

• Review the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide
• Review the Parent's Guide to the Digital PSAT/NMSQT (English)
• Review the Parent's Guide to the Digital PSAT/NMSQT (Spanish)
• Read the Blog: All About PSAT/NMSQT

The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is structured similarly to the SAT.

It has the same sections and timing, and measures the Reading and Writing and Math skills needed to succeed in college and career.

The PSAT/NMSQT includes a Reading & Writing Section and a Math Section.

How the PSAT/NMSQT Is Structured

The PSAT/NMSQT takes 2 hours and 14 minutes and consists of 2 sections: (1) the Reading and Writing Section, and (2) the Math Section. Most of the questions are multiple choice, though some math questions ask you to write in the answer rather than select it.

BigFuture School is a free mobile app that delivers PSAT/NMSQT scores right to your mobile phone. You'll also get customized career information and guidance about planning and paying for college. Based on your school or district, you may also be able to use the Connections™ feature, which lets you hear from nonprofit colleges, scholarships and educational organizations that are interested in you.

Make the Most of the BigFuture School Mobile App

Scores, nonprofit college and scholarship messages, personalized guidance—delivered straight to you.

If you're 13 and over, located in the United States, and took a qualifying test during or after October 2023 and provided your mobile number, you can use the free mobile app to:

• Get your test scores quickly! You'll get a text as soon as scores from the PSAT/NMSQT, PSAT 10, or SAT are available in the app.

• Explore customized college and career guidance. Once you download the app, start exploring for college and career planning tips based on your score and location. BigFuture® School will be updated regularly with content that's relevant to you.

• Hear from colleges and scholarship programs that may be a good fit. You decide if and when to share your information directly with colleges and scholarship programs you're interested in.