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Testing

Career Services is the regional testing center for national, state, and local testing programs. Information on tests and test preparation is available in the Career Resource Center.

Registering for a Test

To register for a test, click on the test name to go to their website. UMD does not handle registration for tests. Most tests do not offer standby (walk-in) registration; you must register ahead of time. Late registration fees apply and space is limited, so register early.

2011-12 Tests

Kaplan Free Practice Test Day (Feb 25, 2012) Information

ACT

• Sep 10, 2011
• Oct 22, 2011
• Dec 10, 2011
• Feb 11, 2012
• Apr 14, 2012
• Jun 9, 2012

CHES

• Oct 15, 2011
• Apr 28, 2012

GMAT

The GMAT is not offered at UMD. To find a computer-based test center, click on the GMAT link above.

GRE Subject

• Oct 15, 2011
• Nov 12, 2011
• Apr 21, 2012

Informational videos about the GRE from ETS:

GRE Overview

GRE Test

LSAT

• Oct 1, 2011
• Dec 3, 2011
• Feb 11, 2012

MAT

The MAT will not be offered at UMD after August 1, 2011.

MCAT

The MCAT exam is not offered at UMD. To find a computer-based test center, click on the MCAT link above.

Minnesota Teacher Licensure Exam (MTLE)

The MTLE is not offered at UMD. To find a computer-based test center, click on the MTLE link above.

NBCC

• Oct 15, 2011

PCAT

The MCAT exam is not offered at UMD. To find a computer-based test center, click on the PCAT link above.

PRAXIS - PPST - ParaPro

Beginning Sep 1, 2010, teaching candidates seeking licensure in the State of Minnesota should take the MTLE. The Praxis is offered for candidates planning to teach in other states.

• Jan 14, 2012 (+ PPST and ParaPro)
• Apr 28, 2012 (+ PPST)

Test Not Listed?

Please contact Mary Gallet if you need to take a test that is not listed above.

NOTICE: ALL TESTS

You must bring proper identification (usually a current, valid photo id such as a driver's license). Please check your registration materials for identification allowed for your particular test. You will not be admitted without proper identification. No exceptions.

Where to go

Check your admission ticket for the location you should report to for check-in. Occasionally, tests are moved to a different room; look for signs and staff directing you to the new location.

Parking

Meters, Pay lot and Maroon lots are free on Saturdays. Depending on where your test is, park in Lot B, Lot G, Lot H, Campus Center lot, or at a meter. Do not park in Lot A or Lot C (permits enforced 24/7, $31 ticket). Parking maps at http://www.d.umn.edu/parking/lots.html

Weather

Tests will never be cancelled due to weather. Use your best judgment about whether you can safely make it to your test on time and do not take unnecessary risks. If you are unable to make it to your test, please contact the testing company directly about registering for another test date.

No Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited on all UMD property. The smoking ban includes indoor facilities, campus grounds, as well as all University vehicles.

Disability Accommodations

To request disability accommodations, please contact the testing company directly.