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Money is a bit tight and I'm trying to plan out my expenses for the year. Does taking the PSAT cost anything, or is it provided by schools for free?
Hey everyone, as I'm starting to prep my applications, I've hit a snag. How exactly do I email colleges through the Common App? Like, is there a specific process or feature within the application that …
Hi guys, I'm a bit stressed because my go-to calculator for math classes has been the TI-30X IIS. I'm prepping for the upcoming PSAT and I'm not sure if this calculator is allowed. Does anyone know if …
Hey everyone, kinda stressed cuz I can't seem to find where my past PSAT scores are listed. I've taken it a couple of times and I need to check my progress. Does anyone know where I can find them, or …
Hi all, I was chatting with some friends, and we were all wondering if you can take the PSAT more than once throughout high school. If so, does taking it several times help with anything, like getting …
Hello everyone! Just wondering if any of you know how to view PSAT scores online. I’m not sure where to look or when they’ll be available. If anyone has a step-by-step or a link that could help me out …
Hi friends, a bit stressed here since I took the PSAT and I'm not super happy with my scores. Can I take the PSAT more than once to improve, or is it a one-shot deal? Any advice would be appreciated!
Hey everyone, I just got my PSAT scores back and I'm rocking a 1400. I'm pretty psyched, but I'm not entirely sure how this stacks up when it comes to the National Merit Scholarship competition. Can a …
Hey folks, I'm a bit puzzled about the whole PSAT signup process. How exactly does one go about registering for it? Are there specific deadlines I have to be aware of, or can my school handle that for …
Stressed junior here... just wondering, after taking the PSAT, how long does it usually take for scores to come back? I'm trying to plan my study schedule for the SAT and knowing my PSAT score would r …
Hey guys, just out of curiosity, what kind of doors does a perfect PSAT score open? I've heard about National Merit - is that the main thing, or are there other benefits too?
Quick question for anyone who's in the know: I have a TI 36X Pro calculator, and I’m wondering if it's permitted on the PSAT. I’ve been practicing with it, so I’d really prefer to use the same one on …
Juniors, how are you handling your college prep? Got my PSAT score, it’s a 1140, and I'm curious what this could mean for my college applications next year. Can a score like this stand out, or does it …
Hey folks, need some advice! Got a 940 on my PSAT as a freshman and wondering if I'm on the right track? How can I use this score to gauge my performance for future standardized tests, and what should …
Hey folks, I'm freaking out a bit here. I submitted my Common App to a few colleges already, but I've had this nagging feeling that I chose the wrong essay prompt. Can I change my essay topic for the …
I seem to have misplaced my PSAT access code, and now I'm not sure how to move forward with checking my scores. Does anyone have experience with retrieving their code? Please share your insights. Than …
Hey there! I'm trying to plan out my sophomore year, and I’ve got a quick question - is taking the PSAT mandatory? Do all students have to take it, or can you choose to opt-out? What would I miss out …
Hey guys, quick question – is it a must to take the PSAT before you take the SAT? Or can you just go straight to the SAT without any issues? Trying to plan my test taking strategy and I'm not sure how …
Hey people, so I'm feeling good about my PSAT results, and I was wondering how I go about sending my PSAT scores to colleges? Is that even a thing or do schools not really look at PSAT scores? Any cla …
I need to start working on my college essay and I'm seriously pondering over how to convey my true motivation for wanting a college education. It’s more than just getting a degree for me. How do I put …