Psat -> sat?

Test Preparation
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<p>Hi all,</p>

<p>First-time poster, seasoned CC lurker. I got my PSAT scores back today, and my score is in the 98th percentile (210). I'm a junior, and I haven't done a whole lot in terms of SAT preparation, but I would love to score somewhere in the mid 2300s+. I would also love to never have to deal with the SAT again, so right now I'm viewing this as a one-shot deal. I'm scheduled to take the SAT in March. I have the blue book, and I plan to buy one or two more preparation books. Is it possible for me to, independently, get my score into the 2300-2400 range between now and then? I think that prep classes are wastes of time.</p>

<p>TL;DR: Is it possible for me to bump my projected score of 2100 up to ~2350 in the next 3½ months?</p>

<p>Also, I know it's a long shot, but is it possible that I'll receive some kind of recognition for my PSAT score? I live in California (and I know that it has one of the highest cutoffs).</p>

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<p>Recommendations for how to bump up my score are also greatly appreciated, as is advice from those who have scored >2300.</p>

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<p>What’s your score breakdown?</p>

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<p>Ah, I probably should have included that.</p>

<p>CR: 68
Math: 67
Writing: 75</p>

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<p>shameful bump</p>

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<p>I don’t know. I think you’ll be commended. I’m in the same SAT boat,though. except my situation is dire.</p>

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<p>For what it’s worth, the average score at my school goes up about 150 points from the PSAT to the SAT. With good preparation I see no reason why you can’t work up to a 2250+. That doesn’t mean you will; unfortunately, many people just plateau at a point.</p>

<p>Be careful with your assessment about prep classes. Many are indeed a waste of time; some, however, can be very valuable.</p>