Hello, I'm trying to figure out how to register for the PSAT, but I'm essentially lost. How does it work? What are the deadlines? Any help would be very much appreciated!
Hello! No worries, the process can be a bit confusing if you're new to it, but you've come to the right place.
First things first, unlike the SAT or the ACT, you don't directly sign up for the PSAT through the College Board. Instead, you'll need to register at your high school, as schools administer the PSAT and not all schools offer it.
To get started, you should contact your high school counselor or the main office to ask about registration details. They'll be able to guide you on how and when to register. This could be different for each school, but it typically involves filling out a form and possibly paying a small fee. Some schools might automatically register their students, so go ahead and ask.
In terms of deadlines, it can vary by school but you generally want to get in touch around the start of the school year to ensure you don't miss the registration period. Testing normally occurs in mid-October.
Remember that PSAT is now a digital test just like the SAT so it will be administered at a school or testing center, even though it's online.
I hope this helps clear things up! Let me know if you have any other questions.
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