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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]^ it means nothing unless you make the cut. the second tier and below schools actively go after NMSF b/c it's good for school's image and reputation as a PR tool. if you "almost" made it, it really doesn't get you anything. [/quote]

[b]It doesn't even matter if you DO make it.  That's my point.  It certainly doesn't matter to the top schools at all, and most NMSFs don't want the second tier.  So who cares?[/b]

As for the PP talking about the ACT being "easier," it's not always the case.  Three of my kids took both tests; one did much better on the SAT, the other on the ACT, and the third did about the same.  And the one who killed the ACT actually had higher math scores on the SAT.  The ACT generally seems easier for kids who work hard and have good grades, as it's more of an achievement test than an aptitude test.

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It did matter to my kids. Doesn't mean they are going to be more successful than non-NMSF kids but it sure meant affordable UG education for them. [/quote]

Explain.  You mean they eventually got the $2000 scholarship?  Wow.  Doesn't mean much.[/quote]

no, each got a full ride to a state school. [/quote]

On the basis of the PSAT alone? [b] I had no idea. [/b] Good for them, even if we are talking about third tier.  I stand corrected.[/quote]

You obviously have no idea. I don't want to hijack this thread. I think you are being silly.

Best wishes to Class of 2016 kids. [/quote]

That was obnoxious.  As I said, I stand corrected.  The PSAT can lead to rewards from second and third tier schools, thereby helping the less affluent afford college.  That's a good thing.  [/quote]

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