Quick Access Consulting (QUAC)
LIST OF TESTS
- ACT (American College Test)
- CISS (Campbell Interest and Skill Survey)
- CLEP (College Level Examination Program)
- GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)
- GRE (Graduate Record Examination)
- LSAT (Law School Admissions Test)
- MAT (Miller Analogies Test)
- MBTI (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator)
- MCAT (Medical College Admission Test)
- NBPTS (National Board of Professional Teaching Standards)
- PPST (Praxis I) (Pre-Professional Skills Test)
- SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
- UWRPT (University of WI Regional Placement Test)
- Correspondence Exams
ACT (American College Test)
General Information: The ACT (American College Testing) is a series of tests that are normally taken during the junior and/or senior year of high school by students planning on attending college. The tests consists of four parts:- English (45 minutes)
- Mathematics (60 minutes)
- Reading (35 minutes)
- Science (35 minutes)
Cost: Basic cost: $31 per test (no writing) $46 (plus writing). See www.actstudent.org/regist/actfees.html for more information.
ID Requirements: Students must present a photo bearing id plus an admission ticket. For more specific information see the ACT Registration Packet or visit the ACT website at www.act.org
Breaks: Ten minute break after the second test.
Estimated Length of Test: Three and a half hours.
CISS (Campbell Interest and Skill Survey)
General Information: The CISS is a survey of self-reported interests and skills. Its major purpose is to help individuals understand how their interests and skills map into the occupational world, thereby helping them make better career choices.The CISS contains 200 "interest" questions and 120 "skill" questions. The individuals' responses are scored on a variety of standardized interest and skill scales. The interest scores indicate the strength of attraction for each occupational area, and the skill scores provide an estimate of self-confidence in performing well in the specified occupational area.
Registration Information/Test Dates: Call the Counseling and Testing Center at (608)785-8073 to schedule an appointment with one of the counselors if you are interested in taking this exam. Or, you can visit the Counseling and Testing Center in 112 Wilder Hall.
Cost: There is no cost to UW-L Students.
CLEP (College Level Examination Program)
General Information:There are 32 CLEP exams currently available. Any UW-La Crosse student who feels he/she has requisite knowledge in these areas may take these tests at UW-La Crosse. Students successfully completing the exams may request credit at the college level.Registration Information/Test Dates: The exam is available on Tuesdays. Call Sue Nickel at (608)785-8074 for registration information.
Cost: $72 by credit card and a registration fee of $20 (cash/check).
ID Requirements: Signature bearing Photo ID and an ID with photo or signature
Study Guides: Visit the following website www.istudysmart.com for general test and study guide information.
For UW-La Crosse requirements click here.
For more information visit the CLEP Homepage at www.collegeboard.com/clep
GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test)
General Information: The GMAT is administered to individuals applying for graduate business programs. This is a computer adaptive test and is ONLY offered on computer.Registration Information/Test Dates: Go to www.mba.com or call 1-800-717-GMAT for test dates, times, and locations available.
Cost: $250 payable by credit card (VISA, American Express or Mastercard) at the time of registration.
ID Requirements: Valid drivers license.
Estimated Length of each Exam: Four hours
Study Guides: You may choose to have CD_ROM version of the GMATPrep™ software mailed to you once you make an appointment. Study guides are also available for purchase in reference sections of larger bookstores.
For more information visit the GMAT Homepage at www.mba.com
GRE (Graduate Record Examination)
General Information: The GRE is generally administered to students applying for graduate studies in non-business areas. The test is composed of a verbal, quantitative and analytical writing sections. The GRE General test is offered ONLY as a computer adaptive exam. The GRE Subject tests are offered ONLY in a paper and pencil format.Registration Information/Test Dates: Call the UW-L Computer Based Testing Center at (608)785-8968 or 8073 for testing schedule. The GRE is given at least once a day Monday through Friday. Hours are restricted during the summer. Please call for open dates and times. You may also register online at www.gre.org.
Cost: $150 as of May 1, 2009, payable by credit card (VISA, American Express or Mastercard), at the time of registration.
ID Requirements: Valid drivers license. If your country of citizenship is outside of the U.S., a valid, signed passport.
See the GRE website for more I.D. requirements.
Estimated Length of each Exam: Four hours.
Study Guides: "PowerPrep" is available for download on the GRE website or will be mailed by ETS (Educational Testing Service) after an appointment has been scheduled. Study guides are also available for purchase in reference sections of larger bookstores. www.greprepinfo.com/ or www.testprepreview.com are other website that could be of interest.
Breaks: There is one optional ten minute break during the GRE General test, and no breaks during the subject exam.
For more information visit the GRE Homepage at www.gre.org
LSAT (Law School Admissions Test)
General Information: The LSAT is a half-day standardized exam required for admission to all LSAC member schools. The test consists of five 35 minute multiple-choice sections. Only four of the five sections will be used to compute the test taker's score. The un-scored section is used to develop new test items. A 30 minute writing sample is also administered at the end of the test. This sample is not scored by LSAC, but copies are sent to all law schools that receive test results.Registration Information/Test Dates: This exam is given at UW-L on most exam dates. Visit the LSAC Homepage at www.LSAC.org for more information.
Cost: $127 payable to LSAC by credit card, check or money order.
ID Requirements: Photo ID is required. Acceptable forms include:
- Current Driver's License
- Student ID
- Employee ID
- Current Passport
Breaks: There is one 10-15 minute scheduled break.
MAT (Miller Analogies Test)
General Information: The Miller Analogies Test is required for admission by some graduate schools. The test is comprised of 120 analogies. Students have 60 minutes to complete the 120 analogies.Registration Information/Test Dates: Contact Sue Nickel at (608)785-8074 or Sarah at (608)785-8073 to register for the exam. The exam is available on Tuesdays.
Cost: $75 payable by check or money order at the time of the exam.
ID Requirements: U.S. government issued picture ID with signature is required.
Estimated Length of Exam: One and a half hours.
MBTI (Myers-Briggs Type Indicator)
General Information: The MBTI is a paper and pencil inventory used to help individuals understand their basic psychological "preferences". These include energy preference (Extraversion and Introversion), information gathering preference (Sensing and Intuition), decision-making preference (Thinking and Feeling), and lifestyle preference (Judging and Perceiving). Sixteen unique and different personality types result from the combination of the four MBTI preference scales. Applications for MBTI results include individual coaching, career development, team building, management training, and organizational development. (Excerpted from MBTI Team Member's Guide, Hirsch 1992).Registration Information/Test Dates: Visit the Counseling and Testing Center in 112 Wilder Hall, or call (608)785-8073 to schedule an appointment if you are interested in taking this exam.
Cost: There is no cost to UW-L students.
MCAT (Medical College Admission Test)
General Information: Beginning with January 2007, the MCAT is delivered exclusively at Thomson Prometric computer-based testing sites. For more details on testing dates, times, locations, and questions about the computerized MCAT and the new, shorter format, see Computerized MCAT Exam Information.The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized, multiple-choice examination designed to assess problem solving, critical thinking, and writing skills in addition to the examinee's knowledge of science concepts and principles prerequisite to the study of medicine.
Almost all U.S. medical schools require applicants to submit MCAT scores during the application process. Many schools may not accept MCAT scores if taken more than three years ago. Applicants should refer to the Medical School Admission Requirements (MSAR) to determine specific MCAT requirements.
Registration Information/Test Dates: Consult the MCAT Registration packet, or visit the MCAT website at www.aamc.org/students/mcat for specific information.
ID Requirements: Consult the MCAT Registration packet, or visit the MCAT website at www.aamc.org/students/mcat for specific information.
Estimated Length of Exam: Approximately 8 hours.
Cost: Regular Examination Fee is $210.
Study Guides: You can practice for the MCAT online at www.e-mcat.com
NBPTS (National Board of Professional Teaching Standards)
General Information: The NBPTS is a series of written exercises that measure the depth of a teacher's subject matter knowledge, as well as their understanding of how to teach those subjects. In addition to the written exercises there are other performance based assessments that are required for National Board Certification. These assessments include teaching portfolios, student work samples, videotapes, and classroom observations.Registration Information/Test Dates: The NBPTS will not be offered at UW-L as of December 31, 2008. Information concerning future NBPTS testing is available on the NBPTS web site www.nbpts.org. Scheduling dates for candidates is determined by their eligibility record. Candidates must have an "Authorization to Test" before they can register. For more information call 800-22TEACH or visit their website at www.nbpts.org
PRAXIS I/PPST (Pre-Professional Skills Test)
General Information: This test is used for professional assessments for beginning teachers. The test consists of three examinations in the areas of mathematics, reading and writing. This test is offered in both a computer-based and a paper and pencil format.Registration Information/Test Dates: Call the UW-L Computer Based Testing Center at (608)785-8968 or 8073 for the computer test schedule. Visit the PRAXIS website at www.ets.org/praxis for registration information for the paper and pencil exam.
Cost:
Computer-Based Tests*
- 3 tests - $160
- 2 tests - $120
- 1 test - $80
- Combined - $130
Paper and Pencil Tests (includes a $50 registration fee)
- 3 tests - $170
- 2 tests - $130
- 1 test - $90
Computer Test - Valid drivers license. If your country of citizenship is outside of the U.S., a valid, signed passport.
Paper and Pencil Test - See above, plus admission ticket
For more I.D. information see the praxis website.
Estimated Length of each Exam: Computer test - Two hour appointment time for each test; actual time allowed for each test is 75 minutes. Paper and Pencil Test - Approximately one hour for each test.
Study Guides: Visit the following website www.ets.org/praxis and look for Tests at a Glance. Study guides are also available for purchase in reference sections of larger bookstores.
SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test)
General Information: The SAT is used primarily for admission to colleges and universities. The SAT offers two series of tests. The SAT I is a three hour, multiple-choice exam measuring verbal and mathematical reasoning abilities that develop over time. The SAT II or SAT Subject Tests are one hour exams measuring knowledge and application of particular subject areas. Some schools may require the SAT II for admission or placement.Registration Information/Test Dates: Visit the SAT homepage for this information at www.collegeboard.com
Cost: See the website.
ID Requirements: Photo ID plus admission ticket. For additional acceptable forms see the SAT Registration bulletin or visit the website.
Estimated Length of Exam:
SAT I - 3 hours
SAT II - 1 hour for each subject test.
Study Guides: Study guides are available in reference sections of larger bookstores.
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
General Information: This test is generally used as a part of the admission process to colleges and universities for foreign students. The purpose of the TOEFL is to evaluate the English proficiency of people whose native language is not English. The test is made up of four sections, all of which are mandatory. The computer-based next generation of TOEFL testing will start after September 15, 2005. See TOEFL iBT the next generation TOEFL test.- Reading
- Listening
- Speaking
- Writing
Cost: $170 payable by credit card (VISA, American Express or Mastercard), at the time of registration.
ID Requirements: A valid, signed passport must be presented. See the TOEFL Registration Bulletin or TOEFL website for more details.
Estimated Length of each Exam: Four and a half hours.
Study Guides: Study guides are available in reference sections of larger bookstores.
For more information visit the TOEFL Homepage at www.ets.org/toefl
UWRPT (University of Wisconsin Regional Placement Test)
General Information: The UW-System placement exams in math and English are required for all new freshmen and some transfer students who enroll at UW-La Crosse. Optional Placement Exams are also available in Spanish, German, and French.Registration Information/Test Dates: The UW-La Crosse Admissions Office usually mails out Regional Placement Testing information each spring after students have been accepted to the university.
To register for the residual placement exam call (608)785-8074.
Cost: A flat fee of $20.00 for Regional Placement Testing is automatically charged to each first-year (freshmen) student's university fee statement.
ID Requirements: Photo ID is required.
Estimated Length of each Exam:
- English - 90 minutes
- Math - 90 minutes
- Foreign Language - 60 minutes
Special Information: Students are allowed to use a non-graphing calculator on the Math Placement Exam.
For more information on this exam go to testing.wisc.edu
Correspondence Tests
General Information:
We administer and proctor correspondence tests for various
colleges and universities. Exams are mailed back to the
originating institution following the exam.
To obtain a Proctor or Check if a Test has arrived:
Contact Sue Nickel (608)785-8074 to obtain a proctor. Call the
receptionist to see if an exam has arrived (608)785-8073.
General Proctor Information:
Sue Nickel, Testing Coordinator
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
112 Wilder Hall, Counseling & Testing Center
1725 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601
Taking the Test: An appointment to take these exams may be
scheduled anytime during regular office hours. Monday through
Friday from 7:45 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
Cost: Dependent upon the length of exam.
Special Information: We do not notify you when tests arrive.
Call (608)785-8073 to see if the exam has arrived and to
schedule an appointment to take the exam. Any test not taken
within the time period determined by the credit granting
institution, are returned as requested by that institution.