Testing Information

PSAT/NMSQT INFORMATION

What is the PSAT?
It is the practice exam for the SAT (and for juniors, it is the qualifying exam for the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test).
 
Who should take the PSAT?
All BCHS students except current seniors (9th-11th grade)-thinking about attending a four-year college after graduation will benefit from this practice exam.
 
When is the PSAT Test?
Bear Creek's PSAT date will be Wednesday,  October 25, 2023.  Reporting time is 8:30 AM
 

YOU MAY CONTACT OTHER DISTRICTS AND SCHOOLS TO INQUIRE ABOUT AVAILABILITY FOR OTHER DATES.

How much does it cost and where do I sign up?

The exam fee is $5.00 per student. 
Because we have a limited number of exams, the sign-ups are first-come, first-served.   Sign ups ar via google form through Quicklinks or the PSAT web page.  Payments  must be made through the BCHS WebStore.  Make sure you sign up on the google form FIRST or we cannot order an exam for you.   DUE DATE FOR SIGN UPS IS FRIDAY SEPT 15 at 3:30 PM.  

How do I prepare?
Read your practice guide for help with preparing for the exam.  You should also visit www.collegeboard.com for additional preparation, not only for the PSAT, but for the SAT.  Another resource is Khan Academy.

SAT & ACT

WHAT IS THE SAT?

SAT stands for Scholastic Aptitude Test and is one of two commonly accepted standardized assessments considered in the college application process.  Registration is done online at sat.collegeboard.org.

 

WHAT IS THE ACT?

ACT stands for American College Test and is one of two commonly accepted standardized assessments considered in the college application process.  Registration is done online at www.actstudent.org.

SAT & ACT Prep

(fees may be required to use these services)

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SAT/AP/College App Fee Waivers

For AP Testing information, click on AP under Navigation above. 

For AP Program Information and Summer Work, click here

Have more questions? 

For Fee Waivers, contact Ms. Nancy Figueroa. 

For questions about the test and test prep, as well as college admission requirements, contact the College & Career office at 209-953-8234 Ext. 310103. 

For any other questions, contact your counselor.

College Board/ACT 2023-23

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First page of the PDF file: 2023-24Allexams_1

AP EXAM DATES 23-24

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