Can I improve my SAT scores to above a 2200 based on my PSAT scores?

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I took the PSAT in 9th Grade (this year) and got a 182 (64 Reading, 59 Math, 59 Writing). I did minimal studying.
If I assume I could get that on the SAT, do you think I could realistically raise my grade to above a 2200 before senior year? If so, how much would I need to practice? Im currently in Geometry, and I have already taken Algebra 1 if that helps.

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I got a 197 on the PSAT my freshman year. After that, I didn’t study and received a 2060 on the SAT my first go at it. A bit more motivated, I bought a test prep book, studied it diligently for a month and got a 2220 on my second attempt. So yes, I definitely think you could get close to a 2200 if you study hard.

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I believe it is possible, yes. If you work hard and study, your goal is attainable. I had a 183 PSAT and with some studying got up to a 1950. The next month I got a 2020. Just this December I got a 2130. Sooo if you study vigorously, 2200 is definitely a possibility.

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You’re looking at great chances!
I had a 172 psat score, scored 1840 my first time junior year, and got 2080 after studying during senior year. I will most likely get 2150-2250 sat in january.
The SAT is an easily practiced and learned test which you can almost memorize the types of questions.

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Studying is definitely helpful. My sophomore year PSAT was a 1600 and junior year PSAT was 1800. Hopefully I can improve more for the SAT.

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Hey, that’s a really good score for a freshman! I got a 197 in sophomore year, a 212 in junior year, then studied a bit and pulled off a 2310 on the real thing. 2200+ is certainly attainable.

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The only thing working against you is the fact that the exam format will change March of your sophomore year, so there will be fewer ‘real’ practice tests for you to use. Having said that, I believe you should be able to take your score from its current PSAT level to 2200+. Take a look at College Board’s Question of the Day once a week just to expose yourself to the questions. Several months before you decide to take the test, sit and complete full-length practice tests in simulated testing conditions (timed, with breaks) and then review any errors or questions where you guessed at the response. Best of luck!