PSAT/NMSQT Test Day Checklist

When: Wednesday, October 13th at 8:30 AM

There are only a few things you really need to bring on PSAT/NMSQT day and many things you’ll be better off leaving at home.

What to Bring

Two No. 2 pencils with erasers

An approved calculator (sat.org/calculators or PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide) Non-Dunwoody students only must bring a valid school or government
issued photo ID or a notarized College Board Student ID Form

What NOT to Bring

 Any electronic devices, including smart-watches, that can be used to record, transmit, receive or play back audio, photographic, text, or video content
 Protractors, compasses, rulers

 Highlighters, colored pens, colored pencils  Pamphlets or papers of any kind
 Dictionaries or other books — there are no exceptions, even if English is not your first language
 Food and drinks — including bottled water — unless approved by the College Board’s Services for Students with Disabilities
 You may find a complete list of prohibited items in the PSAT/NMSQT Student Guide.

During the Test

These are the only items allowed on your desk during the testing session: a test book, an answer sheet, #2 pencils with erasers, and an approved calculator (during specified math sections only).

Please leave ALL Electronic Devices in your book bag. We are serious about providing a secure, quiet environment; therefore, prohibited devices are not permitted into the testing environment; these include but not limited to cellphones, tablets, smart watches, AirPods, etc..

Important: If a cell phone makes a noise or is discovered (even during breaks) the student will be dismissed immediately and disciplinary consequences will be assigned. Your phone may also be confiscated and inspected.