Admissions Tests

ACT Testing - Undergraduate Admissions

Dates & Location:

The most recent list of testing dates can be found on the ACT Test Center Locator page. Search for sites in Tennessee and under "Chattanooga: Univ of Tennessee - Chattanooga" you will find the Test Center Code and Test Dates. Unless otherwise noted, the ACT will be administered in Fletcher Hall on the UTC campus. 

Registration & Fees:

For complete information and fees, go to www.actstudent.org.
Register online through the MyACT portal.

SAT Testing - Undergraduate Admissions

Dates & Location:

The most recent list of testing dates and locations can be found on the SAT Test Center Locator page.

Registration & Fees:

For complete information and fees, go to www.collegeboard.org.
Register online through the MySAT portal.

ACT Residual - Undergraduate Admissions

The ACT Residual (ACTR) is a three-hour exam for students that are seeking entrance into the Teacher Education Program or admission to UTC. The ACTR test score is only valid for UTC and cannot be transferred to another university. If you are planning to use your ACTR score in order to apply for scholarships, please contact the Admissions Office (423-425-4662) to ensure the residual exam satisfies scholarship requirements. Unless taking the ACTR for math placement, a total of three one-half hours will be required for test administration.

Dates & Location:

The ACTR is scheduled by appointment only based on availability in Hooper Hall, Room 205. No ACTR tests will be administered during the month of October.

First Time Registration & Fees:

Register online and pay your $78 non-refundable registration fee. Once your registration and non-refundable fee are received, you will receive an email to schedule the test with the UTC Testing Center.

Please note: If you need to reschedule for any reason, including arriving too late for your scheduled time or arriving without proper ID, you must pay a $25 rescheduling fee.

You must have the following items with you on the day of testing:

• Photo Identification
• Calculator
• Sharpened no. 2 pencils (no mechanical pencils)

Test Results:

A copy of your test results will be emailed to you approximately one week after the exam. A copy of your results will also be forwarded to the appropriate department(s).

Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) - Graduate Admissions

The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) are multiple-choice, computer based, standardized exams that assess you qualifications and preparedness for graduate-level academic work. Students applying for admission to graduate degree programs may be required to submit GRE scores. There are two options for GRE administration:

• The GRE General Test
• The GRE Subject Tests

Dates & Location:

The GRE is scheduled online and is administered in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

First Time Registration & Fees:

Registration can be completed online through the ETS portal.

Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) - Professional Schools Admissions

The Law School Admissions Test (LSAT) is the only test accepted by all ABA-accredited law schools. Students applying for law school programs may be required to submit LSAT scores.

For full information, please visit the Law School Admission Council website.

Dates & Location:

The LSAT is scheduled online and administered in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

Registration & Fees:

Registration can be completed online through the LSAC portal.

Multi-state Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) - Professional Schools Admissions

The Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE) is a two hour, 60-question, multiple-choice examination that is administered three times per year. The MPRE is required for admission to the bars of all but two US jurisdictions (Wisconsin and Puerto Rico).

For full information, please visit the National Conference of Bar Examiners website. 

Dates & Location:

The MPRE is scheduled online and is administered in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

Registration & Fees:

Registration can be completed online through the NCBE website.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) tests are standardized exams to measure the English language ability of non-native speakers wishing to enroll in English-speaking universities. There are two options for TOEFL administration:

• TOEFL Essentials
• TOEFL iBT

Dates & Location:

The GRE is scheduled online and is administered in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

Registration & Fees:

Registration can be completed online through the ETS portal.

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Prior Learning Assessment Tests

Not all institutions accept credit from these test options. Please check with your institution before registering for an exam.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a 90-minute, computer-based exam. On test day, a total of two hours will be required for the exam administration and registration process.

For full information, or to purchase a study guide please visit the College Board - CLEP website.

Please refer to the equivalency chart for credit awarded for CLEP exams at UTC.

Dates & Location:

The CLEP exam will be administered by appointment only in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

Registration & Fees:

Each CLEP exam is $93 to purchase via credit card from the CLEP website. Beginning July 1, 2024, each CLEP exam fee will increase to $95. An additional $25 non-refundable fee is require to take the test at the UTC Testing Center.

Create an account with CLEP to purchase your test voucher.
Register online and pay your $25 non-refundable registration fee. You must have a voucher number from CLEP in order to schedule your test. Once your registration and non-refundable fee are received, you will receive an email to schedule the test with the UTC Testing Center.

Please note: If have take at least one CLEP exam at UTC in the past, please email [email protected] for registration instructions.

You must have a photo ID with you on the day of testing.

Test Results:

At the completion of the test, you will receive a copy of your exam results (unless you are taking an essay exam). An official score will be mailed to the institution that you designated within 10 days of the test administration.

DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)

The DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) is a two-hour, computer-based exam that allows college credit to be received for learning acquired outside of the classroom from reading, on-the-job training, or independent study.

For full information, or to purchase a study guide please visit the DSST website.

Please refer to the equivalency chart for credit awarded for DSST exams at UTC.

Dates & Location:

The DSST exam will be administered by appointment only in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

Registration & Fees:

Each DSST exam is $100 to purchase via credit card on test day in the UTC Testing Center. An additional $25 non-refundable fee is require to take the test at the UTC Testing Center.

Register online and pay your $25 non-refundable registration fee. You must select which DSST test you would like to take. Once your registration and non-refundable fee are received, you will receive an email to schedule the test with the UTC Testing Center.

Please note: If you need to reschedule for any reason, including arriving too late for your scheduled test or arriving without proper ID, you must pay a $25 rescheduling fee.

You must have a photo ID and credit/debit card with you on the day of testing.

Test Results:

At the completion of the test, you will receive a copy of your exam results (unless you are taking an essay exam). An official score will be mailed to the institution that you designated within 10 days of the test administration.

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Senior Exit Exams

ETS Proficiency Profile Test

All graduating seniors must take the ETS Proficiency Profile exam in order to receive their diploma!

As part of our ongoing effort to upgrade the quality of our academic programs, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga requires all students to participate in a program designed to measure knowledge gained through general education courses. 

As a part of this program, all undergraduate graduating seniors are required to take the ETS Proficiency Profile, a one hour, standardized multiple-choice test used to measure content areas related to basic general education (writing skills, mathematics, reading, science, and critical thinking). Aggregated results from these tests will help us to evaluate how well the University prepares students in areas of general education and thus improve the University's curriculum. Another important aspect of this test is the fact that crucial state funding for the UTC programs and services for students is directly linked to the scores of the examinees.

Exams are administered every Spring, Summer, and Fall semester. Those students WALKING in May and GRADUATING in August should take the exam during the summer administration.

Students who take the Senior Exit Exam and do not graduate DO NOT need to take the test again during their updated graduating semester. You only need to take the test once, regardless of the semester.

Registration & Fees:

Graduates will be contacted via email beginning the first week of their last semester at UTC. This email will provide a link to complete the exam. Please email [email protected] with any questions or concerns.

There is NO FEE to take the ETS Proficiency Profile exam.

Accommodations:

If you are a student registered with the Disability Resource Center at UTC, please email [email protected] for information on receiving accommodations for the Senior Exit Exam.

Students who fail to take the exam will not receive their diploma until it is taken. Students will still be able to walk at graduation and receive their transcripts. The student's paper diploma is the only item to remain on hold until the exit exam is completed. Once the Registrar Office is notified that the student has taken the exam, the student's diploma will be released to them.

Major Field Tests

Content specific examinations which measure skills and knowledge appropriate to specific academic fields, or to professional practice in licensure fields, such as teacher education, nursing, engineering, and physical therapy are administered to graduating seniors annually. 

Licensure graduates are tested each year, while other fields are tested in the academic year prior to the scheduled academic program review. These exams are used both for Performance Funding allocation by THEC and by academic faculty for program improvement.

Major Field Testing Schedule: 2020-2025 Cycle (pdf)

• ETS Major Field Tests
• ACAT Major Field Tests

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Licensure Tests

PRAXIS Tests

The Praxis® tests measure the knowledge and skills you need to prepare for the classroom. Whether you're entering a teacher preparation program or seeking your certification, these tests will help you on your journey to become a qualifies educator. There are two Praxis tests that the UTC Testing Center administers:

• Praxis Core Tests for Educators
• Praxis Subject Tests

Further information can be found on the ETS Praxis website.

Dates & Location:

The Praxis is scheduled online and is administered in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

Registration & Fees:

Registration can be completed online through the ETS Praxis Portal.

School Leadership Series

The School Leadership Series (SLS) tests assess your professional knowledge as it relates to a school leadership role and are used by states as part of the licensure process for principals, superintendents, and school leaders.

Further information can be found on the ETS SLS website.

Dates & Location:

The Praxis is scheduled online and is administered in Hooper Hall, Room 205. 

Registration & Fees:

Registration can be completed online through the ETS SLS Portal.

ParaPro

The ParaPro Assessment is a general aptitude test for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals that measures your:

• skills and knowledge in reading, writing, and math
• ability to apply them when assisting in classroom instruction

It is required for certification in many states. See the State Requirements to see if it's required in your state.

Dates & Location:

The ParaPro is scheduled online and is administered in Hooper Hall, Room 205.

Registration & Fees:

Each ParaPro exam is $55 to purchase via credit care on test day in the UTC Testing Center. An additional $25 non-refundable fee is required to take the test at the UTC Testing Center.

Register online and pay your $25 non-refundable registration fee.

Please note: If you need to reschedule for any reason, including arriving too late for your scheduled test, or arriving without proper ID, you must pay a $25 rescheduling fee.

You must have a photo ID and credit/debit card with you on the day of testing.

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Other Tests

Proctored Tests

The UTC Testing Center is available to proctor exams for students that attend other college or universities. We proctor computer-based and paper/pencil exams. Exams are scheduled by appointment only based on availability in Hooper Hall, Room 205.

Registration & Fees:

Register online and pay your non-refundable registration fee. Once your registration and non-refundable fee are received, you will receive an email to schedule the test with the UTC Testing Center.

• Exams lasting 2 hours or less require a $25 fee per exam.
• Exams lasting more than 2 hours  require a $40 fee per exam.

Please note: If you have taken at least one previously proctored exam at UTC, please email [email protected] for registration instructions.

Tennessee Boater Education Test

Anyone born after 1/1/1989, must successfully complete the Tennessee Boating Safety Exam administered by a representative of the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. The UTC Testing Center serves as a representative for the TWRA and administers this exam. This online exam contains 60 questions and takes approximately 45 minutes to complete. Before taking the exam, you must purchase a $10.00 Type 600 boating safety exam permit.

To prepare for your exam, you may use the free online Study Guide.

Find more information on requirements and testing locations at the TWRA website.

Registration & Fees:

If you were born after 1/1/1989, you cannot register for this online course.

Register online and pay your $25 non-refundable registration fee. Once your registration and non-refundable fee are received, you will receive an email to schedule the test with the UTC Testing Center.

Testing Results:

After passing the state-required exam, your TWRA-issued wallet Tennessee Boater Education Certificate will arrive in the mail within 8-10 business days. Use the receipt from your Type 600 boating safety exam permit to get on the water immediately after passing the In-Person Exam and until your TWRA-issued card arrives.

State of Tennessee Fire Marshall Tests

Exams under the State of Tennessee Fire Marshall Test include:

LP-Gas Dealers I, II, III, IV
Fire Extinguisher – Fixed
Fire Extinguisher – Portable
Explosives Blaster

The UTC Testing Center is available to administer tests for the State of Tennessee Fire Marshal Certification. Exams are scheduled by appointment only based on availability in Hooper Hall, Room 205.

Registration & Fees:

Register online for your exam.

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