The PSAT The PSAT is offered once a year in October. Many students take the test their sophomore year. Others wait until junior year. And a few take it as early as their freshman year. Taking the PSAT is a great first step towards college. Visit The College Board's PSAT page by clicking here. Our academic advisors will happily discuss how the PSAT should work into your student's long-term academic plans and whether a test preparation program is appropriate for them.