Learning Tools And Opportunities (NAPSA)—Every year, some 4 mil- lion students take the PSAT/NMSQT, a valuable part of preparing students for college success. When the results comein, they get so much more than a score—theyget an invitation to produc- tive practice and a connectionto distinct benefits and opportunities to support their journey to college. That’s because the PSAT/NMSQT test reflects what students are learning in the classroom, measures theskills and 5 Photo credit: College Board, 2017 Douglas Abekso knowledge necessary for postsecondary The PSAT/NMSOTcan show students their best road to higher education. college.It’s also great practice for the SAT and a practice schedule based on the success, and is an important step toward because both have the same question types and formats. Students who take the PSAT/NMSOQTscore higher, on average, on the SAT than those who do not. One reason may be that students and teachers can use the scores to see where they’re thriving and where they need additional support. Since PSAT/ NMSQTscores are on the same scale as SAT scores, it’s easy to track student progress. After taking the PSAT/NMSQT, students can link their College Board account to Official SAT Practice on Khan Academy (satpractice.org) and use their score to get a free, personal- ized SAT study plan focusing on the areas where they need the most work. These free study tools help students prepare for test day and support class- room learning. The program features thousands of interactive questions with instant feedback; video lessons that walk students through how to solve a problem step by step; eight full-length prac- tice tests; test-taking tips and strategies; student’s upcoming test date. What’s more, the PSAT/NMSQT is the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program. The College Board’s scholarship and recognition partners, including the Hispanic Schol- arship Fund, Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, and United Negro College Fund, provide over $180 million annually to qualified, low-income and minority stu- dents based on PSAT/NMSOQTscores. Students’ test scores can also help indicate their potential to succeed in challenging Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students can review their score report with their counsel- ors and teachers to discuss which AP courses they should consider. This helps schools ensure that no student is overlooked and encourages more students to challenge themselves with college-level coursework. Students who succeed on AP exams can save money on tuition and are morelikely to graduate on time. Learn more at www.psat.org.
