PLAN and PSAT Tests

Coming to Park City High School on Wednesday, October 14th- the ACT Plan test (practice ACT) for all sophomores and the PSAT/NMSQT (Preliminary SAT and National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) for juniors who choose to participate.

All sophomores are automatically registered to take the ACT Plan. 

Juniors must choose to register for the PSAT/NMSQT

                                                         registration form and $20 fee are due to the counseling office by 10/9/15.

For more information on the ACT Plan visit:

 http://www.act.org/products/k-12-act-plan/

                                                        For more information on the PSAT/NMSQT visit:

                                                                 https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/psat-nmsqt-psat-10

Why do we take the ACT Plan?

Taking ACT Plan is a great way to prepare for the ACT® college readiness assessment. It covers the same subjects and gives you an estimated ACT score.

ACT Plan also:
• lets you know if you’re on track for college
• points out your academic strengths and areas you need to improve
• helps you find careers that match your interests
• connects you with more colleges interested in you 

Why do we take the PSAT/NMSQT?

Free SAT® Practice Powered by Khan Academy
You’ll receive a unique SAT study plan based on your performance on the PSAT/NMSQT that features:

• +  Personalized online practice tailored to your strengths and weaknesses.
  
• +  SAT practice questions and full-length tests.
  
• +  Detailed feedback on your progress.
  Visit khanacademy.org/sat to learn more. 
  
  Enter Scholarship Competitions*
  By taking the PSAT/NMSQT and meeting published entry requirements, you may enter the National Merit® Scholarship Program conducted by National Merit Scholarship Corporation.
  Go to www.nationalmerit.org to learn more. 
  
  
  
  Access to College Planning Resources
  Your PSAT/NMSQT results will connect you to valuable resources that include:
  

  • +  An interactive score report with answer explanations to help you practice for the SAT.
    
  • +  A detailed personality test to help you find majors and careers that fit your talents and interests.
    
  • +  Tools allowing you to search for and explore colleges, majors, scholarships, and more.
    
    Connect with Colleges That Are Interested in You
    Through the Student Search Service you can receive free information about admission and financial aid from colleges, universities, and scholarship programs that are interested in you. Just say “Yes” to the Student Search Service when you take the PSAT/NMSQT.‡