The PSAT is a College Board sponsored test, designed to prepare students for the SAT. Taking the test makes students eligible for National Merit Scholarship Corporation college scholarships.
The PSAT is an aptitude test that is used to predict how well a student will perform on the SAT and in subsequent college-level course work. The test measures reading skills, writing skills and math problem solving skills.
Take challenging classes in school. By taking challenging classes, you will develop the critical thinking skills necessary to do well on the test.
Be an avid reader. Reading frequently will improve your ability to comprehend and analyze what you read.
Practice. The College Board website provides practice questions for all sections of the PSAT. By becoming familiar with the types of questions and the format you will see on the test, you will be more relaxed and better able to answer the questions on test day.
You may benefit from tutoring. Companies such as Huntington Learing Center and Kaplan Test Preparation offer PSAT tutoring one-on-one and in small groups.
PSAT practice books are a great way to prepare. Companies such as Kaplan Test Preparation and the Princeton Review offer PSAT practice books. These books offer test taking tips, strategies and practice questions to help you prepare.