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PSAT Registration

Junior Students and Parents:

If you are interested in taking the PSAT this Fall you need to register now.

The PSAT will be administered to Juniors on Tuesday October 14 at 8:00am.Please review the information below and fill out the form below to complete registration.

There is no out-of-pocket cost to families as BCSD is paying the fee.Feel free to contact your school counselor to discuss whether taking the PSAT is beneficial to you especially if you will be applying for scholarships.

What is the PSAT?

The PSAT (Preliminary SAT) is a standardized test that measures high school students' knowledge and skills, serving as a practice exam for the SAT and a qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program. Administered digitally, it features Math and Reading and Writing sections that use adaptive testing to adjust the difficulty based on student performance. Students can use PSAT results to gauge their strengths and weaknesses for the official SAT and explore opportunities for scholarships and recognition.

Why Take the PSAT?

SAT Preparation:

It's a valuable opportunity to become familiar with the SAT format and identify areas for improvement. 

Scholarship Opportunities:

High scores can qualify students for National Merit Scholarships, which are awarded by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation.

College Readiness:

The PSAT measures skills essential for college success, providing insights into a student's academic progress. 

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College Entrance Exams

College entrance tests measure a student’s ability to do college-level work and are required by some four-year colleges and a few two-year colleges. Reviewing standardized test scores allows admissions personnel to compare students from different states, schools and academic backgrounds.

JUNIORS:

PSAT: High school students should take the PSAT during fall of junior year. It is considered a trial run for the SAT. The PSAT also allows a student to qualify for a scholarship from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. Register for the PSAT here.

SAT/ACT: The ACT and SAT are taken in the spring of the junior year to provide additional information about the college(s) of your choice.

SENIORS:

SAT/ACT: If you didn’t take the exam in your junior year or if junior year ACT or SAT scores are lower than you think they should be, take an October, November or December exam.

REGISTER:

SAT Registration
You can register for your SAT. You can access your SAT question of the day, take a practice SAT test and more.

ACT Registration
You can register for your ACT. You can access the ACT Test Prep Booklet, as well as look at practice questions, test taking tips and more.