I wanted to jump in and share some advice because I know how stressful 10th and 11th grade can be with the PSAT coming up. Honestly, I used to think the PSAT was just a "practice" test that didn't matter—but I was totally wrong.
After realizing that a high score is the only way to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship, I decided to get serious and joined a PSAT preparation course. Here’s what I learned:
It’s not just the SAT lite: The timing and certain question types are specific. A dedicated course helped me master the "evidence-based" reading questions that used to trip me up.
The "National Merit" Factor: Qualifying for this can save you thousands in tuition. The course I took focused specifically on the "Selection Index" score needed for my state.
Math Shortcuts: I found so many "hacks" for the no-calculator section that I never learned in my regular math class.
If you’re on the fence about whether to study or just "wing it," I highly recommend looking into a structured preparation course. It’s a lot less stressful when you have a roadmap instead of just guessing.
Has anyone else here started their prep yet? What’s the biggest struggle you’re having with the digital format?