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ACT/ASVAB/PSAT

ACT | College and Career Readiness Solutions

Legacy High School ACT Code 350-161

- Test Options: The ACT, ACT + Science, ACT + Writing, or ACT + Science + Writing. Writing is rarely required. Students are strongly encouraged to research if this component is necessary for them. 
- Taking the ACT is encouraged! Many scholarships, colleges, programs, and class placements require an ACT score.
- Students can register to take the ACT anytime at act.org. Space is limited and seats fill quickly. 

  • Preferred by regional colleges.
  • Required by ND Scholars program by June following Junior year.
  • Required for the Post-Secondary Ready Component of the ND State Scholarship by February of Senior year.
  • Tests: Reading, Mathematics, English, Science (optional), and Writing (optional).
  • College Readiness scores of: English 18, Math 22, Reading 22, Science 23
  • College Algebra (for Dual Credit) requires a 21 in Math (or you can take the Accuplacer).
  • Perfect sub-score 36 and perfect composite is 36
  • Students can look at act.org for what to bring (and what NOT to bring).

 

Here are 4 Tips to Have the Best Score on PSAT Day – The Wakefield Chieftain

 

PSAT Info

What:  The PSAT/NMSQT Digital Exam (Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) is designed to help prepare students for the SAT, college, and careers.  

Who:  Juniors and Sophomores

When:  Wednesday, October 7th, 2026

Where:  Legacy High School in room C102  (Report time to be in room C102 on test day is 8:00 a.m.  All students will be excused until the start of their phase 6 class which starts at 12:30

***Students who typically attend an a.m. Career Academy class must attend the PSAT test day; therefore, they will be excused from their Career Academy class.  This will be communicated with both Legacy and the Career Academy for attendance purposes.

Why:  11th graders who take the PSAT/NMSQT may enter the National Merit Scholarship Program, an academic competition for recognition and scholarships.  10th graders can take the exam for practice before their junior year!

Cost:  $22.00 

Sign-up Deadline:  NOON on Friday, September 18th, 2026

How to sign-up:  Online using Total Registration

*Don’t have an existing Total Registration Account?  Use a PERSONAL email account to create one. 

REQUIRED Pre-Administration PSAT Meeting:  Wednesday, September 30th from 8:30-9:50 a.m. in room C102

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:

What's On The PSAT/NMSQT?

Full-Length Practice Test Options

What to Bring On Test Day and What to Leave at Home On Test Day

  • Don’t forget to bring....
    • Your FULL CHARGED COMPUTER!

 

 

Information

The ASVAB is always offered in the Fall (and sometimes in the Spring) at one of the Bismarck Public High Schools; Century, Bismarck High, and Legacy rotate where the test is taken each year. There is no cost associated with the ASVAB and students MUST be at least 16 years of age to take the test.

An ASVAB score of 50+ is one of the criteria for the Military Ready Component on the ND State Scholarship.  Students are strongly encouraged to take the ASVAB during their Junior year if they are pursuing the ND State Scholarship or a future military career. 

Testing Date:

When available, ASVAB testing opportunities are posted in Junior and Senior "Class of 202x Guidance" pages and are listed in the announcements.