The 11th grade PSAT score is compared to a state-specific threshold for National Merit Semifinalist. Such students can advance to National Merit Finalist (see https://nationalmerit.imodules.com/s/1758/images/gid2/editor_documents/merit_r_i_leaflet.pdf ). This can open up additional scholarship opportunities, such as those listed at http://nmfscholarships.yolasite.com/ (check college web sites because some have changed).