DD is in 9th grade. But needs a standardized test score for application to a program next year. We are in Toronto and it is very difficult to do the PSAT/NMSQT, unless it is in your school . Her school only gives it to 11th graders, doesn't have extra tests. Though the head of academics is trying. The test is Oct 10th. A consulting company suggested she just do the SAT in Dec. What is the big difference between the SAT and PSAT/NMSQT? The consultant said it was pretty much the same.