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Hello! I've heard about the PSAT 8/9 as an intro test for younger students. Does anyone know when this is offered? Just curious since I'm trying to get a head start on understanding these standardized …

Alright, I'm trying to get all my stuff together for the PSAT, and I suddenly realized I have no idea what calculators are allowed. If you've taken the PSAT recently, could you let me know what kind o …

I've been really swamped with junior year work, but I want to do well on the PSAT. Has anyone been in a similar situation and still aced it? Any last-minute tips or strategies would be super appreciat …

I'm an avid poet, and I think I could express myself best through verse. Could crafting my essay as a poem distinguish me, or might it be too unconventional for the admissions committee?

Hey everyone, I'm a bit confused and could use some guidance. Could someone walk me through how to register for the PSAT? I'm not entirely sure where to start or what steps I need to follow.

Ok, so I know I have to take the PSAT soon but I’m a bit fuzzy on the details. How do you actually take the PSAT? Do I need to register somewhere or does my school automatically sign me up?

Anyone here know if the TI-30XA is an acceptable calculator to use on the PSAT? I want to be fully prepared and ensure I have the right tools.

I've often struggled with making friends and have felt pretty isolated during high school. Would admissions officers empathize with an essay about coping with loneliness, or does it risk portraying me …

So, I just found out I might not be able to take the PSAT due to a family situation. Is there a makeup date, or could I take it next year? What's the usual process here?

I've been looking at Hofstra University and I'm kinda intrigued, but I’m not totally sure what sets it apart. Could someone who’s familiar with Hofstra share what the university is best known for or w …

I've been looking into SFSU and I was wondering if anyone could give me an insight into what San Francisco State University is best known for? Maybe in terms of its programs, campus life, or culture?

Okay, so who's actually allowed to take the PSAT? Are there any requirements I need to know about, or can any high school student sign up? I want to try it for practice but I'm not sure if there's a c …

Does anyone know what's considered a 'good' PSAT score? Like, I know it's not the SAT, but what scores should we be aiming for to know we're on the right track?

Hey everyone, I'm a junior and I've been hearing mixed advice about preparing for the PSAT. I understand that it can qualify me for National Merit Scholarships, but I'm not sure how much effort I shou …

I've been researching schools and can't help but wonder, how much does a specific major contribute to a university's overall reputation? For example, when we say a school is 'known for' a particular f …

Hello friends! As I'm starting to narrow down choices, Chapman University is on my radar, but I'm trying to get the inside scoop. What are the majors or departments that Chapman is known to excel in? …

I'm thinking of writing about the concept of innocence and experiences related to it as my essay topic. I'm just not sure if this theme is too abstract or if it could resonate well with the college ad …

So, I know that the PSAT is usually in October, but I'm not really sure when I am supposed to sign up for it? Can someone let me know when registration typically opens and any deadlines I should be aw …

Hey, could use a little help here. I'm considering the University of Dayton and trying to figure out their signature academic strengths or any stellar programs they're known for. Thoughts?

So I’m planning out my study schedule and was wondering how different the PSAT is from the SAT. Should I be prepping the same way for both tests or does the PSAT require a different strategy? Any insi …