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While the testing policies of colleges and universities are changing, in that many schools are “test optional” and no longer require the submission of standardized test scores, there are still a number of schools that do. In addition, some colleges and universities may require the submission of standardized test scores for the student to be admitted to an honors college, honors program or to be considered for a merit-based scholarship. That being said, it is recommended that you consider taking a standardized test for the possibility that you are interested in any of the above.

 

  • The scores submitted to a college or university would be from either the SAT or ACT, and the PSAT and a practice ACT are tests you take first, in order to help you decide which one would be better for you to take. Taking these tests in 10th grade will help get you started in making that decision.

 

  • The PSAT is administered in October. Registration takes place in school and you will be notified of the registration dates.

 

  • Free practice ACT exams are offered on Methodize, which can be accessed from your Castle Learning account.

 

  • If you would like to review the list of “test optional” colleges and universities, please use the College Resources tab on the department menu and click on www.fairtest.org.

 

  • Please Note: The PSAT is the test used to determine National Merit Scholars, however, only scores received in 11th grade are used for this purpose. If you would like to be considered for the National Merit Scholars program, you must take the PSAT in 11th grade, as well.