The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) is a program cosponsored by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC). It's a standardized test that provides first hand practice for the SAT®. It also gives students a chance to enter NMSC scholarship programs and gain access to college and career planning tools.
Comal ISD offers the PSAT/NMSQT to all 10th and 11th graders to prepare for the SAT and provides an opportunity to enter the National Merit Scholarship Program.
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2025 PSAT NMSQT Test Dates
The PSAT for 10th and 11th graders is set for Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Currently enrolled Comal ISD students will be taking the tests on the above dates and do not need to register.
Homeschool students who reside in Comal ISD may participate in the PSAT/NMSQT as designated by the student’s current grade level. Registration is required for Homeschool students. The deadline for Homeschool students to register is Friday, September 19, 2025 at 4 pm. Due to College Board's test ordering deadline and planning, no late registrations will be accepted.

Review the Homeschool PSAT/NMSQT Letter
Register online: Homeschool Request for PSAT Testing Form