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ACT (Residual Exam)

The ACT Residual exam is designed for those wishing to attend Western Kentucky and missed the ACT national test dates. It can, however, be taken for admission to the Teacher Education Program or to improve ACT scores for WKU scholarships. It is given at various times throughout the year.

• The test fee is $53 paid online (credit card, debit card or e-check) and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Residual ACT scores are only valid for admission to WKU. They cannot be sent to another institution.
• You MUST register within 24 hours of the test.
• You must wait 60 days to retake the exam.
• It is scored and results given immediately upon completion of the exam.
• You must bring a valid form of ID (driver's license, passport, school ID) to the testing center.
• Testing schedule is updated approximately every two weeks.
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CLEP

Western Kentucky University serves as a national test center for CLEP. All CLEP exams (with the exception of essay portions) are administered on the computer. Since policies regarding CLEP credits differ at various institutions, candidates should verify which tests are accepted by their institution. Scores are reported to the school designated as the recipient in approximately 2-3 weeks. For additional information about the CLEP program (exam descriptions, study information, other locations, etc.), click here.

• The CLEP test fee is a total of $105 with two separate payments.
• The Service Fee of $25 is paid online and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• The Test Fee of $80 is paid on the day of the test (credit card or debit card only).
• Bring two forms of ID. One must be your driver's license, passport or state issued ID.
• Tests are computer-based, 90 minutes and multiple choice (WKU does not offer essay portions of the test).
• You will get a printout of your score immediately following the test.
• There is a 6 month waiting period before retaking a CLEP test.
• Important WKU CLEP policy change: Students seeking credit for English 100 should register for the College Composition Modular Exam. The essay portion will not be administered. Click here for more information about CLEP including the WKU policy.
• Testing schedule is updated approximately every two weeks and testing is offered year-round.
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ESLI Test

• The test fee is $20 paid online (credit card, debit card or e-check) and is non-refundable and non-transferrable.
• .You must bring your WKU ID number to the test center.
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Nursing Entrance Exam (HESI)

This exam is required for students seeking admission into one or both of the WKU nursing programs. It evaluates general knowledge in areas of Anatomy & Physiology, Math, Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary and Grammar to assess each student's strengths and weaknesses. An optional study guide may be purchased from the WKU bookstore. Please note, the study guide covers material NOT on our exam. Please focus on Reading Comprehension, Anatomy & Physiology and Math.

You should register for either the HESI (ADN) or the HESI (BSN) depending on which program you are seeking admission. DO NOT register for both exams. If you are applying to both programs, register for the HESI (BSN).

• The test fee is $60 paid online (credit card, debit card or e-check) and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Students may retake the exam ONE time only. The exam cannot be retaken until admission to the program has been denied. The testing cycle for Spring 2014 admission is now through July 31, 2013.
• You must bring a valid form of ID (driver's license, passport, school ID) to the testing center.
• Testing dates may fill up quickly. It is to your advantage to schedule your test ASAP. The testing schedule is updated every two weeks.
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Nursing Challenge Exams

These exams provide students ADMITTED to the RN to BSN program the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of required nursing content. For additional information, please refer to the University Challenge Policy on Credit by Examination in the University catalog and to information provided by the Nursing Department. The test schedule will be updated approximately every two weeks.

• The test fee is $50 per test paid online (credit card, debit card, or e-check) and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• You MUST bring a valid form of ID (driver's license, school ID, passport) when you take the test.
• A challenge exam for each course may be attempted only ONE time. The testing period is February 15, 2013 - April 15, 2013, and August 15, 2013 - October 15, 2013.
• Each test has a 70 minute time limit. You must have a minimum score of 850 to pass the exam.
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Nursing Specialty Exams

These exams provide licensed practical nurses (LPNs) the opportunity to demonstrate knowledge of required nursing content.

• The test fee is $50 per test paid online (credit card, debit card or e-check) and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• Testing is offered four times per year in March & April, June & July, September & October and December & January.
• Note: Testing is only offered during the first two weeks of December and January. The testing schedule is updated approximately every two weeks.
• LPNs are eligible to take this exam only AFTER receiving testing approval by the Associate Degree Nursing Program.
• Each test has an 80 minute time limit.
• You MUST bring a valid form of ID (driver's license, passport, school ID) to the testing center.
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MAT

The Miller Analogies Test (MAT) is a high-level mental abilities test (computer-based) comprised of 120 partial analogies in which candidates are given 60 minutes to complete the exam.

Fluency in the English language and a broad knowledge of literature, philosophy, history, science, mathematics, and fine arts will affect performance. MAT analogies state a correspondence between two things that are otherwise dissimilar. The equation for this is A:B::C:D or A is to B as C is to D.

Below are two examples of MAT type analogies:

1) Grant:2::Hoover:(a. 1, b. 2, c. 3, d. 4)

The answer is a.1. Grant served two terms as President Hoover served one term.

2) I:(a. V, b. X, c. D, d. XX)::C:M

The answer is b. X. This is the Roman numeral for ten. Therefore, I (one) is to X (ten) as C (one-hundred) is to M (one-thousand).
 

• The MAT test fee is $75 (credit card, debit card or e-check) and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• It is computer-based and is 60 minutes long.
• It takes approximately 2-3 weeks for your school to receive your score.
• Bring two forms of ID. One form must be your driver's license, passport or state issued ID.
• You must present retest ticket if retesting within one year.
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• Testing schedule is updated approximately every two weeks.
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DSST

Western Kentucky University serves as a national test center for DSST exams. Because policies regarding DSST credits differ at various institutions, candidates should verify which tests are accepted by their respective schools. Although WKU serves as a DSST test center, we do not accept DSST credits. If you are a WKU student, please refer to our CLEP information.

• The DSST test fee is a total of $110 with two separate payments.
• The Service Fee of $30 is paid online and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• The Test Fee of $80 is paid on the day of the test (credit card or debit card only).
• Bring your driver's license, passport or state issued photo ID with signature.
• Check with your institution for eligibility and minimum score requirements.
• Bring 4 digit school code with you on test day.
• You must wait 180 days before re-taking any exam.
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Chemistry Placement Exam

• The CPE is required for any student seeking enrollment in Chemistry 116 or 120.
• Effective June 1, 2009, the Service Fee of $13 is paid online and is non-refundable and non-transferable.
• It is a 55 minute, 60 item, multiple choice exam.
• There are 3 sections (algebra, general chemical knowledge, specific chemical knowledge) with 20 questions in each section.
• Calculators are allowed.
• Exam can be taken once per semester unless you are granted permission from the Chemistry Department head.
• You receive your score immediately upon completion of the exam.
• Testing schedule is updated approximately every two weeks.
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Math Placement Exam

• The MPE is now given online through the Academic Transitions Program. For more information call 270-745-4242.