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PSAT

2023 Preliminary SAT (PSAT)

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2023 PSAT IS NOW CLOSED.

The exam will take place on Monday, October 16th, at 8:00 am in the El Dorado High School Large Gym. Please click on the link below to register for the 2023 PSAT/NMSQT exam.

 
The PSAT/NMSQT is now DIGITALThis means that the test will be taken entirely on school-owned Chromebooks. This new format is easier, shorter, allows more time per question, and comes with a built-in calculator.  If you are a Junior it also qualifies you for the National Merit Scholarship Program and other scholarships. 

FREE PRACTICE EXAM & STUDY MATERIALS:

SAT

SAT  Information

 
  • Not sure on which test to take between the ACT and SAT? Try this quiz offered by Kaplan to help you
COLLEGE TESTING REQUIREMENTS
 
University of California Testing Requirements:
UC will not consider SAT or ACT test scores when making admissions decisions or awarding scholarships. If you choose to submit test scores as part of your application, they may be used as an alternative method of fulfilling minimum requirements for eligibility or for course placement after you enroll.

California State University Testing Requirments:

The California State University (CSU) no longer uses ACT or SAT examinations in determining admission eligibility for all CSU campuses. If accepted to a CSU campus, ACT or SAT test scores can be used as one of the measures to place students in the proper mathematics and written communication courses For more information, please visit the First-Time Freshman Guidance and the First-Time Freshman Frequently Asked Questions​​ pages.

ACT

ACT Information

 
Register: actstudent.org
  • Not sure on which test to take between the ACT and SAT? Try this quiz offered by Kaplan to help you.
 
COLLEGE TESTING REQUIREMENTS
 
University of California:
UC will not consider SAT or ACT test scores when making admissions decisions or awarding scholarships. If you choose to submit test scores as part of your application, they may be used as an alternative method of fulfilling minimum requirements for eligibility or for course placement after you enroll.

California State University::

The California State University (CSU) no longer uses ACT or SAT examinations in determining admission eligibility for all CSU campuses. If accepted to a CSU campus, ACT or SAT test scores can be used as one of t. For more information, please visit the First-Time Freshman Guidance and the First-Time Freshman Frequently Asked Questions​​ pages.

What does "suspended" mean?
  • CSU will not use standardized test scores in making admissions decisions (even if you submitted a previous SAT test score to the CSU). 

SAT Subject Tests

SAT Subject Tests
 
SAT Subject Tests are an additional opportunity to show your knowledge of a specific subject.  There are 20 SAT tests which cover: English, history, mathematics, science, and languages. These tests help colleges understand your strengths and are a good indicator of how ready you are for college-level courses. Some schools require you to submit SAT Subject Test scores, while other schools recommend or consider SAT Subject Test scores for the admission process. Check out this list of colleges that use the test and always be sure to double-check a college’s official policy on its own website.

Study Materials & Resources

Study Materials & Resources
 
Khan Academy
FREE Practice Available
 www.khanacademy.org/sat
  • Official full length practice tests
  • Thousands of practice questions, video lessons, and hints
  • Instant feedback
  • If you already took the PSAT, Khan academy, in partnership with the College Board, will create personalized practice for you for FREE. Click for how-to video
Revolution Test Prep
 www.revolutionprep.com
 also offers practice ACT tests
 
 Kaplan Test Prep
 FREE Online Practice Available: Kaptest.com/SAT/free/events
 also offers practice ACT tests

Explore the Kaplan website for available practice opportunities and stop by the Career Center if you need help.

Which Test Should I Take?

SAT vs ACT: Which Test is Right for you?
 
"Many students and parents begin the college prep process by comparing the ACT and SAT tests. The SAT and ACT generally cover the same topics. Both ACT and SAT scores are used for college admissions decisions and awarding merit-based scholarships. Most colleges do not prefer one test over the other. Neither the SAT or ACT is harder than the other. Different students tend to do better on one test over the other." - The Princeton Review