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Create a College Board AccountBefore Test DayBefore Test DayCreate a CollegeBoard AccountOnce you create a free College Board account, you can: Access your PSAT/NMSQT scores when theybecome available. Sign up for free, personalized practice throughOfficial SAT Practice and Khan Academy .Just visit collegeboard.org and click “Sign Up” to getstarted.If You Need TestingAccommodationsIf you have a disability that requires accommodationssuch as braille, extra breaks, or permission to testblood sugar, be sure to have your school requestCollege Board approval well in advance of the testdate you need the accommodations for. Requestsfor accommodations are handled by the Services forStudents with Disabilities (SSD) office.Applying for Accommodations Work with your school’s SSD coordinatoror counselor for accommodations. YourSSD coordinator can help determine whataccommodations are best for you and submit arequest online. If you move to a new school after you’ve beenapproved for accommodations, your new schoolneeds to confirm your continued eligibility. Printyour SSD eligibility letter from your student accountto give to your new school. If you are approved for extended time for specificsubject areas (math, for example), you’ll only getthose accommodations on the relevant sections ortests. Talk to your SSD coordinator before test day toconfirm what accommodations you are approved forand any additional information you need for testing. Bring your SSD eligibility letter with you on test dayin case there are any questions. If you are interested in participating in the NationalMerit Scholarship Program and do not receiveaccommodations for which you are approved ordo not receive approval in time for the test, pleasecontact NMSC immediately but no later thanNovember 15, 2019 (see inside front cover forcontact information).Student Search ServiceNearly 1,900 eligible colleges, universities,scholarships, and other educational programs useour Student Search Service to look for students whomatch a range of factors—such as the area where youlive or go to school, the interests you pursue, and whatyou plan to study in college. Here are some key factsabout the service: You can join for free and directly hear from adiverse group of eligible colleges, universities,scholarships, and other educational programs. When you take a College Board test, you can optin so eligible colleges, universities, scholarships,and other educational programs can send youinformation. You’ll be asked to provide informationabout yourself when filling out the answer sheet.You may also provide additional informationon College Board’s college planning website,BigFuture , at bigfuture.org. Only eligible colleges, universities, scholarships,and other educational programs can participate.They most often search on expected graduationdate, cumulative grade point average (GPA), andintended college major. We never sell or share your test scores, grades,disability status, or telephone numbers. We don’t allow any commercial advertising.How Student Search Service WorksOnce you opt in, you can expect to receive emailsand postal mail from eligible colleges, universities,scholarships, and other educational programs in yourcity, state, or country, or from around the world. Allof the colleges and universities that you’ll hear fromwelcome students just like you on their campuses.They may send you: Information on financial aid, scholarships, or otherways to make college or university more affordable. Details on campus life and student services. Overviews of majors, courses, and degree options.Being contacted by a college or university doesn’tmean you’ve been admitted. You must submit anapplication to be considered for admission. Theeligible colleges, universities, scholarships, and othereducational programs that participate want to findstudents who will succeed and thrive on their campusand in classes, programs, scholarships, and specialactivities. Student Search Service is simply a way foreligible colleges and universities to reach prospectiveStudent Guide2019 PSAT/NMSQT7

Before Test DayHow to Preparestudents to let them know about the opportunitiesthey offer. For more information about Student SearchService, visit our site at studentsearchservice.org.If at any time you change your mind andwant to stop participating, please visitstudentsearch.collegeboard.org/opt-out or contactus at SearchCustomerService@collegeboard.orgor 866-825-8051. Please note that any participatingeligible colleges, universities, scholarships, or othereducational programs that have already receivedyour name and other data may continue to send youinformation, but your information will not be includedgoing forward from the time you elect to opt out.Scholarship OpportunitiesYou already know that taking the PSAT/NMSQTcan enter you into the National Merit ScholarshipProgram. But do you know about the otheropportunities available to you by taking the test?If you take the PSAT/NMSQT as a junior and qualifyfor participation, the following programs may helpyou prepare for college. If you do not want your name,scores, and other information released to them, writeto the PSAT/NMSQT office by October 31, 2019 (seeinside front cover for address). The National Hispanic Recognition Program(NHRP) identifies outstanding Hispanic/Latinostudents and shares information about them withinterested colleges and universities. To be eligible,you must be at least one-quarter Hispanic/Latino(as defined by the NHRP), meet a minimumPSAT/NMSQT cutoff score for your state, and havea minimum grade point average.College BoardNational Hispanic Recognition Program250 Vesey StreetNew York, NY 10281-6992866-545-8467NHRP@scholarshipamerica.org The National Scholarship Service (NSS) offersa free college advisory and referral service for11th-grade African American students. Scores willbe sent for juniors who indicate on their answersheets that they are African American or black.National Scholarship Service980 Martin Luther King Drive SWP.O. Box 11409Atlanta, GA 3031082019 PSAT/NMSQTStudent Guide Telluride Association is a program offeringsummer seminars in the humanities and socialsciences to highly gifted juniors.Telluride Association217 West AvenueIthaca, NY 14850607-273-5011College Board also partners with several otherprograms that provide millions of dollars inscholarships to qualified students. Help them find youby opting in to Student Search Service when you takethe PSAT/NMSQT.The following eligible programs are scholarshippartners as of spring 2019; please checkpsat.org/scholarships for updates. American Indian Graduate Center (aigcs.org) Asian & Pacific Islander American ScholarshipFund (apiasf.org) Boettcher Foundation (boettcherfoundation.org/colorado-scholarships) Children of Fallen Patriots (CFP) (fallenpatriots.org) Cobell Scholarship (cobellscholar.org) Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation(coca-colascholarsfoundation.org) Daniels Fund (danielsfund.org) Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (mcsf.org)George Snow Scholarship Fund (scholarship.org)Greenhouse Scholars (greenhousescholars.org)Hispanic Scholarship Fund (hsf.net)Horatio Alger Association (horatioalger.org)Jack Kent Cooke Foundation (jkcf.org)The Jackie Robinson Foundation(jackierobinson.org)Ron Brown Scholar Program (ronbrown.org)TheDream.US (thedream.us)United Negro College Fund (uncf.org)Washington State Opportunity Scholarship(waopportunityscholarship.org)How to PrepareThe PSAT/NMSQT measures the knowledge andskills you have developed in reading, writing andlanguage, and math. This test is not about memorizingwords and facts you will never use again. Instead, itfocuses on what you have already learned in schooland what you will need to succeed in college andcareer. It measures your reasoning and criticalthinking skills, which will be important to you throughhigh school, college, and beyond.

Instant Practice Test Scoring with Scan and ScoreThis guide includes the following to help you prepare: Advice, sample passages, and sample questionsfor the Reading Test and the Writing andLanguage Test Advice, sample questions, and calculatorinformation for the Math TestBefore Test DayInstant PracticeTest Scoring withScan and Score PSAT/NMSQT Practice Test #1, a full-lengthTake the PSAT/NMSQT on paper to simulate test day.Then take a picture of your answer sheet and get aninstant score. Information about the National Merit ScholarshipHere’s how Scan and Score works:practice testProgram (on the flip side of this guide)You can also go online for more help and information: Go to collegeboard.org/psatpractice foradditional sample questions, practice test answerexplanations, and another full-length practice test(Practice Test #2). Practice tests in MP3 audio andassistive technology compatible formats are alsoavailable on this website. If you are approved foranother format, such as braille, a practice test maybe sent to your school, or you can call 212-713-8333to request a practice test in a specific format. Go to psat.org/scoring for more information aboutscoring and free, personalized practice from KhanAcademy.1. Use the PSAT/NMSQT Practice Test #1 includedin this guide or download and print PracticeTest #2 from psat.org/practice (select Take thePractice Test under “Paper-and-Pencil Practice”).Be sure to follow the instructions, and use theofficial answer sheet to bubble in your answers.2. After you’ve finished the practice test, get instantfeedback and question-by-question results fromyour phone. Just open the free app Daily Practicefor the New SAT. (Go to psat.org/psatscoring formore information.)3. Keeping the app open, snap a picture of youranswer sheet with your phone’s camera.And there it is in seconds: your score. Scores aresaved so you can track your progress.Student Guide2019 PSAT/NMSQT9

On Test DayItems to Bring for TestingOn Test DayItems to Bring for TestingWhat to Bring Acceptable photo ID in case you need it (seesat.org/id for more information) Two No. 2 pencils with soft erasers An acceptable calculator for use on the Math Test –Calculator portion of the test (see Calculator Use) Earphones, only if you’re approved forassistive technology–compatible or MP3 audioaccommodations and the school doesn’t provideearphonesNice to Have A watch (without an audible alarm orcommunication/recording capabilities;smartwatches may be collected before testing) A bag or backpack (which must be stored awayduring testing) Snacks and drinks (which must be under yourdesk during testing) Extra batteries and backup calculatorWhat Not to BringUnless you have been approved to use a specificdevice or aid (such as a blood-sugar-monitoringapplication, highlighter, or colored pen or pencil) as anaccommodation, you should not bring any prohibiteddevices or aids into the testing room. Prohibiteddevices and aids include, but aren’t limited to: Cell phones, smartphones, or wearable technology(phones and wearable technology may be collectedbefore the test and returned before dismissal) Audio players/recorders Tablets, laptops, notebooks, Bluetooth, or anyother personal computing devices Separate timers of any type Cameras or any other photographic equipment Smartwatches and any other devices that canbe used to record, transmit, receive, or play backaudio, photographic, text, or video content Highlighters, colored pens/pencils, or mechanicalpencils Dictionaries or other books Compasses, rulers, protractors, or cutting devices Pamphlets or papers of any kind, including notesand scratch paper Earplugs102019 PSAT/NMSQTStudent GuideIMPORTANT: Epinephrine auto-injectors (e.g., EpiPens)are permitted in the testing room without the needfor accommodations. They must be placed in a clearbag and stored under your desk during testing. (Forother medical devices, you may need to request anaccommodation.)What to Do If.You know in advance that you cannot take the teston the date your school offers it: Tell your counseloras soon as possible that you have a conflict, such as areligious observance. You may be able to take the testat a nearby school that has selected a different testdate. If you test at another school, be sure to take yourschool code and an acceptable photo ID with you.You are homeschooled and want to take thePSAT/NMSQT: Make arrangements in advance withyour local school or another nearby school that isadministering the test. (For a list of schools in yourarea, go to h.) If this is not possible, contact thePSAT/NMSQT office (see inside cover).You will be studying in another country whenthe test is given: Contact the PSAT/NMSQT officeand provide the name of the city and country and,if known, the name and address of the schoolyou will be attending when the test is given. ThePSAT/NMSQT office will send you instructions.You missed the test but want to enter scholarshipand recognition programs: For informationabout another route of entry to the National MeritScholarship Program, see the box on page 7 of the flipside of this guide.Test Security andFairness PoliciesCollege Board’s Test Security and Fairness policiesare designed to give every student a fair andequitable opportunity to demonstrate their skillsand knowledge. They’re also designed to preventanyone from gaining an unfair advantage on CollegeBoard tests. When you take the PSAT/NMSQT, youacknowledge that you have read, understand, and willcomply with our Test Security and Fairness policiesas detailed here. You must present acceptable photo ID foradmission if any school staff member asks you to.

Phones and Electronic Devices Policy Allowing someone to impersonate you to take aCollege Board test, or engaging in impersonationto take a test for someone else, is strictlyprohibited. Creating a disturbance or failing to followinstructions given by testing staff is prohibited. Sharing test questions or answers is prohibited atany time unless test content is released as part of aCollege Board service. Using phones and certain other electronic devicesis prohibited in PSAT/NMSQT test sites. Staffat your test site may collect devices such as cellphones and smartwatches before testing begins.If you are observed with such a device aftercollection occurs, you will be dismissed fromtesting and your scores will be canceled. You are prohibited from accessing secured testmaterials at any time before or after the test. If you exit the building before testing ends, yourOn Test Dayone’s parents, siblings, children, grandparents,and spouse. This applies even if they do notreside in the same household.) A proctor may notadminister the test to a member of their family orhousehold. You may not discuss the contents of the testwith anyone, or share them through any means,including but not limited to emails, text messages,and the internet, until after score reports have beendistributed.Violation of policies related to test security can resultin denial of entry to or immediate dismissal from thetest site, cancellation of your scores, or a limited orpermanent ban from any College Board assessment,including the SAT, SAT Subject Tests , and theAdvanced Placement exams.Please read the PSAT/NMSQT Terms and Conditionslater in this guide for important information aboutyour rights and responsibilities as a test taker.scores may be canceled. While you’re taking the test, do not allow anyoneto see the test questions or your answers. The timing of each test section is strictlyscheduled. You cannot skip ahead or go back toa previous test or test section in the test book oranswer sheet while taking the PSAT/NMSQT. You may not consult notes, other people, electronicdevices, or any other resources during the test orduring breaks. Calculators may not be shared, and may only be onyour desk during the parts of the PSAT/NMSQTthey’re approved for. You may take the PSAT/NMSQT only once eachschool year. If you begin a test, you are consideredto have taken it. All students in your school must take the test atthe same time. (Exceptions may be approved forstudents with disabilities.) If you become ill or must leave during the test, orif for any other reason you do not want your testscored, you may ask the proctor or test coordinatorto withdraw your answer sheet from scoringbefore you leave the testing room. After you leavethe testing room, if you decide to withdraw youranswer sheet from scoring you must report yourdecision immediately to the test coordinator or thePSAT/NMSQT office. (See the inside front coverfor contact information.) Members of your household or immediate familymay not serve as PSAT/NMSQT coordinators orany other role that has access to test books beforetest day, even at a different school, during the yearthat you take the test. (Immediate family includesPhones and ElectronicDevices PolicyDevices that can be used to document or communicatetest content or answers are not allowed at the testsite. You may not bring electronics of any kind otherthan approved calculators with you on test day (anexception may apply for medically required devices).If, however, you forget to leave a device at home, you’llbe instructed to turn off all electronic devices. Thestaff in your testing room may collect cell phones andwearable technology before the test begins. Be sureto turn off your phone and/or watch alarm, if you haveone or both.If your device makes noise (even if collected by theproctor), you will get a warning and be told to turnit off. However, if you are seen with it at any time,including during breaks, you will be dismissedimmediately, your scores will be canceled, and thedevice may be kept and its contents inspected. CollegeBoard is not responsible for loss of or damage topersonal items, including electronic devices, whileyou’re at the test site.College Board regularly bolsters its security effortsin order to protect the integrity of the test and ensurea fair PSAT/NMSQT administration. From time totime, College Board, Educational Testing Service(ETS), and its testing staff may employ enhancedsecurity measures, such as the use of metal detectingwands to detect mobile phones and other electronicdevices. Test takers should be prepared to undergothese security measures to ensure a fair testingenvironment.Student Guide2019 PSAT/NMSQT11

On Test DayTaking the TestDepending on your school’s policy, the testadministration staff may be authorized to collect andhold phones and other prohibited electronic devicesduring the test administration, including breakperiods, or to deny admission to anyone in possessionof a prohibited electronic device.Taking the TestTesting Guidelines Plan ahead and bring equipment that’s in goodworking order. Testing staff may not have extrabatteries or calculators. When marking answers: Use a No. 2 pencil with a soft eraser on allparts of the answer sheet. Do not use a pen ormechanical pencil. Make sure you fill in the entire bubble darklyand completely. Erase any changes you make as completely aspossible. On the PSAT/NMSQT, there’s no penalty forguessing; you simply earn points for the questionsyou answer correctly. Try to give your best answerto every question—there’s no advantage to leavingthem blank. Use a watch to time yourself—no separate timersor alarms are allowed, as they distract other testtakers. Choose

5 PSAT/NMSQT Test Dates and Fee 5 What the PSAT/NMSQT Measures 5 How the PSAT/NMSQT Is Organized 6 How the PSAT/NMSQT Is Scored 6 What Scores You Will Receive 7 Before Test Day 7 Create a College Board Account 7 If You Need Testing Accommodations 7 Student Search Service 8 How to Prepare 9 Instant