Assessment for Proficiency in the General Education Curriculum Prior to Acceptance into a Department

To assess the achievement of students in the General Education curriculum prior to acceptance into a department, the University uses both standardized tests and/or institutionally developed prompted essays. It is the responsibility of the students to schedule a testing session at an appropriate time in order to be accepted into an academic department.

Standardized testing is required for all students seeking admission to a degree program in Education or Nursing. The PRAXIS I (pre-professional skills test in reading, writing, and mathematics) is required for admission to the Teacher Education program. The Test for Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is required for admission to the Nursing department.

For each of the aforementioned standardized tests, students are expected to adhere to all procedures that emanate from the national testing service sponsoring a particular test. These procedures may be obtained from the national testing service, from the Office of Admissions, or from the appropriate department Chair.