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You Got Your PSAT Scores Back – Now What?

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Compass

Now that PSAT scores are out, some of you might be wondering, “What was the point?” Colleges aren’t going to see your PSAT scores, so why did you even take it at all? Well the PSAT is actually a pretty important test for several reasons. Now that you have your scores back, there are several things you should be doing. 1. Look Into the National Merit Scholarship The PSAT is the qualification exam for the National Merit Scholarship — it’s a pretty big deal, so if you don’t know what it is, find out! At this point, there isn’t much … Continue reading →

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A Last Minute Post on the PSAT

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Jessica
Seriously though, the ASVAB tests accuracy and speed not depth

The best thing about schools is sometimes, they find themselves a sense of humor. It doesn’t happen often, but when they do, it’s almost always laugh-out-loud hilarious. For example, the typical procedure for PSAT testing is that if you want to man up and take it, go ahead. Or, you can sleep in until ELEVEN O’CLOCK. Seriously. Who would take it under those circumstances (me, but that’s beside the point)? Nobody, that’s who. So this year, the district decided it would be fun to watch some juniors cry tears of despair and utter exhaustion, and make all of them test. … Continue reading →

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I Missed The PSAT – Can I Make It Up?

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Compass

The answer to that question is yes, you absolutely can! We know, the test is still a week away, but anything might come up on the morning of the test. Better to know your options beforehand rather than freak out. Many people don’t realize that if they miss the PSAT due to illness, emergency, or other extenuating circumstances, they still have a chance to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship. The National Merit Scholarship is a highly prestigious $2,500 scholarship prize given to 2,500 students around the US every year. The PSAT (also known as the NMSQT — National Merit … Continue reading →

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