All of us at Test Prep Gurus hope this newsletter finds you well and thriving!
We're excited to share some insights on a topic that can significantly impact your family's financial future: winning scholarships with high PSAT scores.
High PSAT scores can unlock a variety of scholarships, such as Boston University's $25,000 award for PSAT National Merit Semi-Finalists.
Click here to see a list of 181 scholarships students can earn based on their 11th-grade PSAT score.
(A note of appreciation to Les Mathew of The Extra Mile College Admissions for curating this collection of National Merit Scholarships available at more than 180 colleges, provided as a free and accessible resource.)
Details on The PSAT:
Students typically take the PSAT (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) in October of their sophomore and junior year of high school.
This test is usually administered in October, but it's important to check with your school or educational institution for specific dates and registration details, as they may vary based on location and school policies.
Taking the PSAT provides students with a valuable opportunity to practice for the SAT, assess their academic strengths and weaknesses, and potentially qualify for National Merit Scholarship recognition, or any of the scholarships listed above.
Maximize PSAT Scholarship Potential:
Preparation is Key. The PSAT will be completely different this year! Students who understand the new test format, content, and time constraints will have an advantage over those that don't.
Reach out to us today to schedule 1-on-1 lessons to familiarize your student with the new digital PSAT.
Other Scholarships Based on SAT and ACT Scores:
For students who don't qualify as National Merit Semi-Finalist, don't worry, there are still plenty of scholarship opportunities based on your SAT or ACT scores!
In fact, many colleges still require SAT and ACT scores to qualify for their merit-scholarships. Here are a few examples:
Georgia Institute of Technology
SAT Required
SAT: 1500+
Godbold Family Foundation
Up to Full tuition ($31,370 per year)
Texas Christian University
SAT or ACT Recommended
ACT: 30-34+
SAT: 1360-1500+
Founders'/TCU/Faculty/Dean's/Chancellor's
$12,000-full tuition ($57,130 over four years)
Santa Clara University
SAT or ACT Recommended
ACT: 30+
SAT: 1400+
Johnson Scholar
Full tuition ($58,587)
University of Southern California
SAT or ACT Required
National Merit Finalist
Presidential
Half Tuition ($31,734 per year)
UMass Dartmouth
SAT or ACT Required
ACT: 32+
SAT: 1450+
University Commonwealth Scholarship
Tuition/Fees ($30,992)
Vanderbilt University
SAT or ACT Recommended
Cornelius Vanderbilt Scholars
Full tuition + one summer stipend ($58,130 minimum)
Here's to a year filled with learning, growth, and scholarship success!