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PSAT 8/9 & PSAT/NMSQT · grades 8–11

Start early, build the runway to National Merit — and to a stronger Digital SAT.

Live online PSAT prep for grades 8 to 11 — from PSAT 8/9 to the PSAT/NMSQT. Calibrated to the Digital PSAT format, so every hour also builds Digital SAT muscle — the two tests share the same adaptive engine.

Grades 8–11

PSAT 8/9 → NMSQT

28 hrs

Live instruction · 2/week

Adaptive

Digital PSAT-aligned practice

From $1,299

Full program · 1-on-1 available

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What's in the program.

Live small-batch cohorts

Smaller than our SAT batches — usually 2–4 students. Real tutor, real questions.

Digital PSAT–aligned practice

Bluebook-style adaptive routing, same UX as the real test.

National Merit & talent search

Merit bands (Commended / Semifinalist / Finalist) for 10th–11th graders — plus PSAT 8/9 scores that can qualify 8th–9th graders for programs like Johns Hopkins CTY.

SAT runway

Built to feed directly into our SAT track for the following year — no re-teaching the basics.

1-on-1 mentor check-ins

Weekly trajectory review with a tutor.

Session recordings

Miss a class? Recording's in the portal within 30 minutes.

Live prep that moves your score.

Two ways to learn.

Both tracks run 28 hours of live online PSAT classes, twice a week. Pick the one that matches the student's learning style and budget — the free consultation is there if you're unsure.

Group cohort

PSAT Group Cohort

$1,299full program

Small-cohort live PSAT classes — full curriculum, Digital PSAT–aligned mock tests, and study materials.

  • 28 hrs live online classes (2 sessions/week)
  • Digital PSAT–aligned adaptive mock tests
  • National Merit–aware coaching
  • Diagnostic + progress reports
  • Builds directly into our SAT track
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1-on-1

PSAT 1-on-1 Online Tutoring

$1,699full program

Fully personalized PSAT coaching — a dedicated tutor, a custom roadmap, and pacing set to the student's baseline and target.

  • 28 hrs personalized 1-on-1 instruction (2 sessions/week)
  • Diagnostic test + custom study roadmap
  • National Merit–targeted coaching
  • Digital PSAT–aligned adaptive mock tests
  • Weekly homework drills + analytics
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Standalone practice test

Not ready for the full program? Try a mock first.

Buy a single Digital PSAT/NMSQT mock — Bluebook-style adaptive routing, full scoring dashboard, step-by-step explanations. The same platform our program students use, with SAT-runway analytics built in.

Starter
$29
1 test

Single Digital PSAT mock — honest baseline, full dashboard, expert explanations.

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Common PSAT questions.

Who is PSAT prep for?

Grades 8 through 11. PSAT 8/9 (8th and 9th graders) builds an early foundation and a head start on the Digital SAT; the PSAT/NMSQT in 11th can qualify for National Merit, and 10th-grade scores set the SAT trajectory. Younger students are very welcome — starting early is a real advantage.

Is the prep National Merit–aware?

Yes. We coach the question types and timing that move you into the Commended / Semifinalist / Finalist bands, not just generic SAT-style content.

Why take the PSAT in 8th or 9th grade?

PSAT 8/9 gives younger students an honest, early baseline and a head start on the Digital SAT — and a strong score can qualify them for gifted and talent-search programs such as the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY). Starting in 8th or 9th builds the foundation that pays off on the PSAT/NMSQT and SAT later.

Does PSAT prep also help with the SAT?

Substantially. The Digital PSAT shares its adaptive engine and content frame with the Digital SAT — every hour of PSAT prep is also building SAT muscle.

What's the format, and what does it cost?

28 hours of live online PSAT classes, twice a week. Two tracks: a small-cohort Group program at $1,299, or 1-on-1 tutoring at $1,699 for students who want fully personalized pacing (e.g. aiming at top-of-state Merit cutoffs).

Aiming for talent searches or National Merit?

PSAT 8/9 and above-grade testing are the on-ramp to gifted programs like Johns Hopkins CTY, university summer institutes, and top academic competitions. Explore our verified guides:

Take a Digital PSAT practice test.

See your baseline in 2 hours 14 minutes. The consultation is free; that's where we plan from.

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