PSAT score release timing varies by testing window and region, but you can expect results roughly 2–4 weeks after the October PSAT/NMSQT administration, with most students receiving them in mid to late November. Exact dates are posted by the College Board and typically distributed via your College Board account and school notifications. Key points to know
- When to expect scores: For the common October 2025 PSAT/NMSQT, most students should see scores in mid to late November 2025, with regional staggered releases. Some schools may provide access earlier through counselor portals. [College Board guidance typically indicates 2–4 weeks after testing] [web results reflecting 2025 timelines]
- How you’ll be notified: You’ll usually receive an email or in-app notification when scores are ready to view in your College Board account. Some schools also share scores with students via their guidance offices before individuals can access them online. [notification practices cited in recent PSAT guidance] [web results]
- What to check after you get your scores:
- Overall scaled score and section scores to gauge relative strengths.
- Cross-check with your target colleges’ score ranges and any National Merit considerations if you’re aiming for scholarship programs.
- Use the results to plan a study path for the SAT and any college admissions planning. [PSAT score-use guidance in 2025 resources] [web results]
If you’d like, I can tailor a concrete plan based on your testing date and target colleges, including steps to view your scores as soon as they’re released and how to interpret the National Merit qualification data when it becomes available.
