EXAMINATION AND EVALUATION SERVICES |
Check out our web site at www.uni.edu/unialc/examinations.html |
COLLEGE LEVEL EXAMINATION PROGRAM (CLEP) |
Students are required to register in advance for this exam. Registration forms are available in 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center or on the Web site given above. A $20 fee (cash or check payable to UNI) must accompany the registration form. An additional $65 fee must be paid the day of the exam. Examinees may use American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, or Visa, or check (payable to CLEP) for this fee. |
Examinees should allow two hours for each CLEP examination. They may not take more than two examinations in one day. Most examinees receive their score reports upon completing the test. |
Not all CLEP examinations are accepted for credit at the University of Northern Iowa. Students need to check with Examination and Evaluation Services (319-273-6023) to determine if the examination(s) they plan to take are accepted. Acceptable examinations also are listed on the Examination and Evaluation Services' Web page at www.uni.edu/unialc/examinations.html. |
Information about CLEP study guides is available online at www.collegeboard.com/clep, or at Examination and Evaluation Services (319-273-6023). Examinees are strongly encouraged to complete the CLEP sampler excercises on the CLEP web page before taking their exam. These exercises help examinees become familiar with how to take a computer-based CLEP exam. |
Examinees are responsible for knowing if they are eligible to earn UNI credit for a specific CLEP examination. If are uncertain about their eligibility for CLEP credit, they should check with their academic advisor before taking a CLEP exam. Students also may check eligibility requirements by reading the Credit by Examination brochure (available at 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC)) or by visiting the Examination and Evaluation Services Web site at www.uni.edu/unialc/examinations.html. Examinees may not take a CLEP examination for credit if they: |
- are enrolled in the course equivalent or in a higher-level course.
- previously were enrolled in the course equivalent or in a higher-level course and earned credit, a grade, or a "W" for that course.
- are enrolled in or have completed a college-level course in that subject area (applicable to certain examinations).
- previously have taken that particular CLEP examination.
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In addition, some college-level courses taken while in high school may disqualify students from being eligible for CLEP credit at UNI. |
PROFESSIONAL ASSESSMENTS FOR BEGINNING TEACHERS (PRAXIS I AND II)
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Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST/PRAXIS I)
Students preparing for any teacher education major are required to demonstrate proficiency on the Pre-Professional Skills Tests (PPST) prior to full admission to the Teacher Education program. The PPST normally is taken during enrollment in Level I, 200:017 Field Experience and 200:030 Dynamics of Human Development. PRAXIS II is required for Elementary Teacher certification in Iowa. The PRAXIS I and II examinations will be given in paper/pencil format on June 14 and July 26, 2008. Registration deadlines and information are available in Examination and Evaluation Services, 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC). Register online at www.ets.org/praxis for the paper/pencil format of the test. |
The PPST (PRAXIS I) is also available as a computer-based test at UNI. Students should register for the computer-based exam by calling 319-273-6023 or 1-800-853-6773. Have an American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, or Visa credit card ready to pay for the exam. Additional information and practice tests for the PRAXIS II and both versions of the PPST examinations are available at www.ets.org/praxis |
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
The Internet-based TOEFL is offered at UNI. Please go online at www.toefl.org to schedule a test date and time or call 1-800-468-6335. Have a American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, or Visa credit card ready to pay for the exam. You must use your passport as identification for this exam. You must register for the exam using your name as it appears on your passport, so please have your passport with you when you register for the TOEFL. Additional information about this exam is available online at www.toefl.org or by contacting Examination and Evaluation Services.
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EXAMINATIONS FOR GRADUATE SCHOOL ADMISSIONS
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To determine which examinations you are required to take, it is recommended that you meet with your current advisor and/or department head and the graduate student advisor for the graduate programs to which you are applying. |
Graduate Record Examination (GRE):
The GRE General test is administered only on computer. You may call 319-273-6023, 1-800-473-2255, or go online to www.gre.org to schedule a computer-based GRE General Test. Have a American Express, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, or Visa credit card ready to pay for the exam. A copy of a free computer-based practice test is available online at www.gre.org or can be obtained at the Examination and Evaluation Services office, 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC). The GRE Subject Tests continue to be offered on paper. The Subject Tests will be given at UNI in the fall of 2008. Additional information and registration bulletins are available at Examination and Evaluation Services. You also may browse GRE online at www.gre.org |
Miller Analogies Test
The Miller Analogies Test is offered by appointment at Examination and Evaluation Services, 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC). Call 319-273-6023 to register for the examination and to receive additional information. |
PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL ADMISSION TESTS |
Law School Admission Test (LSAT)
The LSAT examination will be given at UNI on June 16, october 4, and December 6, 2008. Information books are available at Examination and Evaluation Services, 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC) (319-273-6023). You also may register online at www.lsac.org or by calling 215-968-1001. |
Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
Information is available at Examination and Evaluation Services, 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC) (319-273-6023). Additional information is available online at www.aamc.org. |
OTHER EXAMINATIONS |
UNI is a test site for the following additional examinations: |
- American College Testing Program (ACT)
- Dantes Subject Standardized Test (DSST)
- CASTLE Worldwide Testing
- National Board for Professional Teaching Standards (NBPTS)
- National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) certification examination
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Please call 319-273-6023 for more information about these examinations. |
Information about other professional or entrance examinations not listed above also may be available at Examination and Evaluation Services. |
Learning, Reading and New Student Support |
Many students who never "cracked a book" in high school or at community college discover that UNI coursework demands proficient reading and effective learning skills. These skills are critical when attempting to maintain scholarships or eligibility for financial aid. The University is committed to providing the opportunity for one-on-one small-group learning for students seeking efficient and effective learning strategies. |
You are invited to participate in two free no-credit courses: |
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- Speed Reading
Many students double or triple their reading efficiency.
- Effective Study Strategies
Learn how to take notes, read texts, and prepare for exams.
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The courses meet an hour a day for 12 weekdays and are free for any UNI student. Contact Academic Learning Center or go online at www.uni.edu/unialc after May 1 to see if there is a section that fits your schedule.
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In addition, free classes and tutorials are available for students preparing to take or retake the PPST(PRAXIS I) or GRE (General Test). You may also consult with the Reading Coordinator, free of charge, if you have concerns about reading comprehension or a possible reading disability.
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Academic Learning Center is located at 007 Innovative Teaching and Technology Center (ITTC), 319-273-6023.
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