Hey guys, I've heard about taking the PSAT in the fall, but can you actually take the PSAT in the spring of your sophomore or junior year? Or is it strictly a fall thing? I'm trying to plan out my test prep schedule and it would be super helpful to know this.
Hello! It's great that you're being proactive about your test preparation schedule. To answer your question, the PSAT is traditionally offered in October, with the PSAT/NMSQT being the one most students take in their junior year.
However, there is also a version called the PSAT 10, which is typically offered in the spring of sophomore year. While it's not used for National Merit Scholarship consideration, it's the same format as the PSAT/NMSQT, which can certainly help you prepare for future standardized tests, such as the SAT.
Remember that your high school chooses whether to administer the PSAT 10, so I would recommend checking with your school's guidance office to confirm if and when it will be available to you. Organizing your preparation around these dates will definitely help keep you on track!
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