How is the PSAT scored?

Your PSAT score report will show two primary scores: Total Score and NMSC Selection Index score.
The Total Score is similar to an SAT score but the range is only a 320 to 1520 instead of 400 to 1600.
The Selection Index is used to determine your eligibility for a National Merit Scholarship. The Selection Index score is calculated by doubling your Reading and Writing score, adding your Math score, and taking 10% of the sum [(RW × 2) + M] ÷ 10.

By Shelby Joe|2023-09-21T15:14:19-05:00September 21st, 2023|Digital PSAT|

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