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PSAT/NMSQT
PSAT/NMSQT stands for Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.
It’s a standardized test that provides practice for the SAT Reasoning Test.
It also gives you a chance to enter the National Merit Scholarship Competition.
The most common reasons for taking the PSAT/NMSQT are:
To receive feedback on your strengths and weaknesses so that you can prepare for the SAT
To enter the National Merit Scholarship Competition (when taken in 11th grade)
To receive information from colleges
SAT Reasoning Test The SAT Test measures critical thinking skills
you’ll need to succeed in college. It measures three areas: Critical Reading, Math
and Writing The SAT is typically taken by high school
juniors and seniors Each section of the SAT is scored on a scale of
200-800 It is administered seven times a year Don’t guess, what you don’t know CAN hurt you
ACT The ACT test measures high school student’s
general educational development and their ability to complete college-level work
It measures: English, mathematics, reading and science
There is also an optional Writing Test The ACT is typically taken by high school
juniors and seniors Scores: 1-36 Administered six times a year No penalty for guessing
FEE WAIVERS
Students participating in the free or reduced lunch program could receive waivers to pay for these tests.
Two SAT Test Waivers Two ACT Test Waivers Up to eight College Application Waivers
when taking both the SAT and the ACT
CPT/PERT
MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE PLACEMENT TESTS
PERT Writing 103 Reading 106 Math 114
You are exempt if:
SAT – 440 Critical Reading
500 MathACT - 17 English
19 Reading 19 Math
Florida Bright Futures
F L O R ID A A C A D E M IC F L O R ID A M E D A L L IO N F L O R ID A G O L D S E A L
F L O R ID A B R IG H T F U TU R E S S C H O L A R S H IP S
For more information visit www.MyFloridaEducation.com/brfuture or call 1-888-827-2004A copy of the current Bright Futures Brochure can be found athttps://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/pdf/bf_brochure.pdf
Florida Academic Scholar
Specified award amounts 3.5 weighted BF GPA 1290 SAT (Critical Reading & Math
Only) 29 ACT 100 hours of community service
FLORIDA MEDALLION SCHOLARS
Specified award amounts 3.0 weighted GPA 1170 SAT (Critical Reading & Math
only) 26 ACT. 75 Hours of community service
FLORIDA GOLD SEAL VOCATIONAL SCHOLARS
Specified award amounts 3.0 weighted GPA 3.5 weighted GPA in a minimum of 3
vocational credits in one vocational program
Specified SAT/ACT/CPT scores 30 hours of community service
Financial Aid Grants – Free money
you don’t have to pay back!
Loans- are borrowed funds. Money must be repaid with interest.
Work study - Work at college/university and get paid.
Florida State Financial Aid Application available December 1st of
senior year at: www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org
Students must apply to be considered for: Bright Futures Scholarship Florida Student Assistance Grant Florida Student Access Grant Florida Work Experience Program Jose Marti Scholarship
Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) Free Application for
Federal Student Aid Available January 1st
of senior year Current Family Income
Tax information needed to complete form
Application available online at: www.fafsa.ed.gov
How Can I Earn Scholarships?
You must SEARCH and APPLY for them Look into local scholarships Look for scholarships from the colleges/
universities you are applying to Read Mrs. Grandal’s Scholarship
Bulletin published once a month available at hialeahhigh.org
Watch Out! College Scams Want Your Money
Here are some ways to spot them: The Scholarships will cost some money Credit card or bank account number please! Money back guarantee We will do all of the work for you You’ve been selected by a national
foundation to receive a scholarship “You’re a finalist”… in a contest you never
even entered
For more information visit www.ftc.gov
Important Dates Bright Futures Scholarship
Application available – December 1
Deadline to apply - End of Senior Year
FAFSA – After January 1 Apply as early as possible after
January 1, some funds are first come first serve
For Florida grants FAFSA must be processed by May 15
New application every year while in college
Plan You WorkWork Your Plan
Focus on grades and testsWorking for these “A’s and B’s” will pay off since these are the grades that will get you into college. Also, select the most challenging curriculum that you can handle
Get Involved
Colleges and universities are looking for well-rounded students. Get involved in school and community activities.