How to Get a Study Guide for PSAT
The road to attending the college of your choice starts with a good score on your Scholastic Aptitude Test, known as the SAT. The PSAT is the practice version of the SAT. It can open up the opportunity to attend an Ivy League or top-tier public university. With that in mind, SAT preparation has become an industry, and there are lots of ways to study for this exam.
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Buy a book. There are numerous study guides for the PSAT at most major book stores that cost about $15 to $20. Having a book in hand makes it easy to refer to different sections as needed. The study guide is also available on CD Rom.
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Go online. The Petersen's College Planner, for example, allows you to take a shortened prep test online that is timed to give you a feel for what the real experience may be like. You can also take the PSAT prep course itself online. Such programs give you access to the test and information for 90 days, and includes an online instructor who can answer questions.
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Take a class. An PSAT class is still one of the most popular choices for many students. Check with your high school guidance counselor for class locations, or go online to find one in your area.
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Get a tutor. One-on-one is still the best way to learn for some people. SAT prep websites such as Princeton Review and Kaplan also provide links to tutors in your area who give personal or small group instruction.
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Tips & Warnings
The PSAT/NMSQT is a prep test that also submits your score to the National Merit Scholarship program. Students who score high enough to rank as National Merit Scholar can receive a college scholarship of $2,500 or more.
Studying for the PSAT can be expensive, depending on what you want. Online courses range from $200 to $350 depending on length, and PSAT classes run about $300. Private tutoring can cost as much as $1,000 or higher.
Some websites say they guarantee a high score or your money back. Contact the company and talk to someone there first, if you are expecting guaranteed results.
