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The American College Test is a national college entrance exam used for placement at UAM. UAM is not currently a designated national testing site.

Many colleges throughout the United States require the ACT for admission. Check specific regulations for the college of your choice.

Current ACT Cost

ACT (No Writing)  $68.00          
ACT plus Writing    $93.00               
Late Fee: $38.00

UAM ACT School Code: 0110

All national dates and registration information are found on the ACT website: https://www.act.org

 

On-Campus  ACT

The On-Campus  testing program is available to administer the ACT to students who were unable to test on an ACT National testing date. On-Campus ACT testing is strictly limited to students who have officially applied to, have been admitted to, or have enrolled at UAM. Scores from the On-Campus ACT testing are reported only to UAM for admission, course placement, and advising purposes. 

Eligibility

•  On-Campus ACT testing is for the purpose of obtaining data on their enrolled, admitted, or applicant students who were unable to take the ACT on a regularly scheduled test date in time to meet the college's deadlines. 

Test Dates/Scheduling 

• On-Campus ACT testing may be conducted on any dates arranged through the testing Center EXCEPT the regularly scheduled ACT National testing Dates and any additional licensing exams testing dates, e.g., PRAXIS.

Scores 

• Scores from On-Campus testing are valid only at UAM and cannot be transferred by transcript or other means to any other institution or agency. 
• No Student Reports and no High School Reports are generated. 

Restrictions 

• On-Campus ACT testing is not a practice test. 
• On-Campus ACT testing is not for use with younger students. 
• Testing will not be provided to individuals who do not intend to attend UAM.
•  This ACT test is restricted to on-campus administrations. Test booklets may not be transported from campus to campus or to any off-campus locations. 
• A minimum of 60 days must elapse before another On-Campus ACT test may be taken. Scores achieved before the minimum elapsed time will be cancelled without refund. 
• ACT restricts the number of times a student may take the ACT to 12 times total. On-Campus testing DOES count toward that maximum. Scores that exceed the maximum will be canceled without refund.  

2024-25 On-Campus ACT Fees 

$75.00 Multiple Choice ONLY

Exam payments will be made by examinee to Cashier's Office (in Harris Hall. Ph. 870-460-1043) prior to taking the Exam.

The Accuplacer Exam is a computerized placement exam designed to identify the basic skill level of students as they enter institutions of higher education.  The Accuplacer Exam is used as a substitution for the ACT.

Cost: $20.00 to the UAM Cashier’s Office prior to testing.

Requirements:  Driver’s License or State ID, Receipt of payment from UAM Cashier’s Office

Availability: Accuplacer Exams are given on an as needed basis.  It is the student’s responsibility to schedule an appointment with the testing Services Office.

Study Questions: Visit the Accuplacer website to download sample study questions with the free Next Generation Study App.    https://accuplacerpractice.collegeboard.org
Login by creating an account.  Then select the practice tests option

UAM Retake Policy: A two week waiting period is required to retake the exam.

CLEP is the College Level Examination Program which allows students to demonstrate knowledge of a particular field.  Students may receive up to 30 hours of college credit (not a letter grade) for various subject areas.  Many colleges throughout the country accept CLEP credit but you should check with your particular institution to determine which tests they accept.  CLEP is  a computer-based exam.  You receive an instant score report following the exam.

Availability: CLEP exams are given on an as needed basis.  It is the student’s responsibility to make an appointment with the Testing Center.  The time and date must be scheduled in advance.  Test-takers are now required to create an account to make CLEP payment in advance of the exam.  Please see details listed below.

Registration: Go to www.collegeboard.com/clep/ and create an account.  The cost is $95.00 and must be paid online through your account prior to the test date. 

Administration Fee:  A $20.00 Administration Fee must be paid to the UAM Cashier’s Office on the test date prior to the exam.  A receipt is required at check-in.

CLEP testing will continue to be FREE for eligible military service members, spouses, and civilian employees (see eligibility details) on the CLEP website.

Important:  A photo ID is required on the test date.  UAM's policies on acceptable tests scores and credit policies are available here.  The CLEP Exam webpage address is: http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/exams.html. Please check with your academic advisor before deciding which exam(s) to take.  The Testing Center does not advise students about which exams to register for or take.

Anyone taking a correspondence course from another institution may have tests for the course administered under the supervision of the University Arkansas at Monticello testing Services Office. 

All students enrolled at UAM who pursue correspondence work must have prior approval of their academic advisor, academic unit head, and the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The application for approval is available in the U.A.M. Registrar’s Office.  You should verify with your sponsoring institution that UAM is authorized to supervise your examinations.  We administer the tests according to their instructions and return the completed tests to the sponsoring institution.   It is the student’s responsibility to meet the deadlines proposed by the sponsoring institution.

Cost: $20.00 paid to the UAM cashier for the first exam and $10.00 for each additional exam. The receipt must be submitted to the Testing Office prior to testing.

Availability: testing is offered on an as needed basis. It is the student’s responsibility to register with the testing Services Office to take a correspondence or online test.  The time and date of testing must be scheduled in advance.

The University of Arkansas Monticello Testing Center offers a facility and the personnel to administer UAM and Non-UAM exams during its regular hours of operation, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (unless otherwise specified/arranged). In order to provide the most efficient and consistent services to our students, the UAM Testing Center must be provided with specific exam details related to the instructions, conditions, dates under which examinations are to be administered, and any additional information requested. It is extremely important that all faculty utilizing the UAM Testing Center provide timely and accurate exam information to ensure exam integrity.

It is the instructor's responsibility to give accurate and complete information to the UAM Testing Center 48 hours in advance. If the exam request form is not completed, students will not be able to make appointments with the UAM Testing Center. Paper exams larger than the upload allowed size must be delivered to the center by the instructor (Please note the Testing Center Exam Request Form must be completed).

Completed paper exams and scantrons must be picked up by the instructor. If the exam needs to be mailed to an institution, it is the instructor's responsibility to provide postage for the delivery.

It is the student's responsibility to schedule an appointment with the UAM Testing Center 24 hours in advance. Appointments secure a time for students to test. Walk ins will be allowed to test if the center is available, but not guaranteed.

ALL Students must provide a valid form of identification on the day of the exam. Non-UAM Students are required to pay a $20.00 testing fee to the UAM Cashier's Office on the day of their first exam with the UAM Testing Center and provide a receipt as proof of payment. Additional exams taken by Non-UAM students within the same semester must pay a $10.00 testing fee per exam. It is the instructor's responsibility to inform their student of this policy. The request form is only applicable for the UAM-Monticello Campus. Proctored exams for the McGehee campus and Crossett campus must be coordinated with their respective testing services.

Availability: Online exams are offered on an as needed basis.  It is the students' responsibility to register with the UAM Testing Office to take an proctored exam.  The time and date of testing must be scheduled in advance.

Time Required: The time allowed for each specific exam is designated by the instructor or sponsoring institution.  Students should contact their instructor/institution prior to the test date to know time allotments and if books and notes are allowed.

Important Note: Photo ID is required on test date.  It is the student's responsibility to meet the requirements and deadlines proposed by the instructor or sponsoring institution.

The pre-admission exam is from the National League for Nursing (NLN) . This is the only pre-admission exam that the School of Nursing will accept.

For more information about NEX registration and practice exams contact NLN at: https://www.nln.org/education/assessment-services/assessments/nex-assessment

Or, call 800-732-8656 Ext #2 or text 618-892-9342 to reach NLN Customer Experience.  -Or contact the UAM School of Nursing for more information.

Student Success Center Suite 201

NREMT Certification Testing 

NREMT Certification examinations are intended to evaluate the competence of EMS practitioners at a variety of levels: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT, and Paramedic. 

The tests address content areas defined and validated by subject-matter experts, educators, and individuals working in EMS fields. As the tests provide only one source of information regarding examinee competence, they are used in conjunction with other indicators of training and experience in the granting of certification. 

Registration: All registration is handled by NREMT and Pearson Vue. UAM does not make any appointments or take registrations. Registration and scheduling information is available at the following site: nremt.org

ID Regulations: Pearson Vue provides a list of acceptable ID’s on their website.

ATTENTION: All Praxis test takers will not be admitted any later than 15 minutes after their scheduled report time (exam time). 
All Praxis test takers are encouraged to arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled report time.

The Praxis Series is a program that provides tests and other services for states to use as part of their teacher certification process. 

The Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators tests measure academic skills in Reading, Writing and Mathematics. These tests were designed to provide comprehensive assessments that measure the skills and content knowledge of candidates entering teacher preparation programs.

The Praxis II tests measure subject-specific content and pedagogical knowledge and are required for licensure or certification by many states and national organizations.

For specific test requirements, please see the Praxis website at www.ets.org/praxis/states test takers should check directly with their state or certification agency to confirm which tests they must take, because these requirements are often complex and subject to frequent change.

Computer –delivered tests are offered by appointment during testing windows throughout the year. To view computer-delivered test dates, visit https://www.ets.org/praxis.

How do I register? Register online using credit/debit card or PayPal. To register by mail using a check or money order visit www.ets.org/praxis/register/computer.

*When selecting a testing site, you must search by using the country and state option.  UAM’s testing site will not appear under a search using the zip code option.

Where can I find test preparation materials? ETS offers a wide array of free and low-cost Praxis test preparation materials. Visit http://www.ets.org/praxis/prepare/materials.

Visit www.ets.org/praxis for more information on registration, test preparation, scores and more.

Student Success Center Suite 201

The TOEFL test (test of English as a Foreign Language) measures the ability of non-native speakers of English to use and understand English as it is spoken, written, and heard in college and university settings.  The TOEFL iBT (Internet-based test) tests all four language skills that are important for effective communication:  speaking, listening, reading, and writing.   The test takes about 4 1/2 hours. No one is allowed to continue beyond the time limit.

Register for the TOEFL iBT® test

http://www.ets.org/toefl/ibt/register/

• Register online 24 hours a day, seven days a week
• When registering be sure to spell your name exactly as it appears on the identification you will bring on test day.