Proctored Exams for SVSU & Non-SVSU Students
The Testing Center offers testing services for SVSU and non-SVSU students who need to take exams for other colleges or universities. The Center can proctor both computerized as well as paper and pencil tests. Students taking proctored exams are subject to the policies of both the school of origin and the Center. Students should review testing policies for both schools to ensure there are no issues with academic dishonesty. Testers are required to present a physical photo ID (student ID, driver's license, passport, or state ID) on test day; electronic versions or "photos" of the original ID will not be accepted. No exceptions can be made to this policy.
Proctored Exams for SVSU Students
The Testing Center offers proctored exam services for SVSU students who need to take tests for other academic institutions and, in certain situations, for SVSU courses. These may be online or paper/pencil in nature. Students must have their instructor's permission and there is a $10.00 fee for each proctored exam.
Note regarding proctored SVSU course exams: Testing is dependent upon instructor permission and the number of students who are in need of seats as the Center is not currently able to proctor class-wide tests due to space. Also, proctored exams for courses are not the same as make-up tests, which are defined as in-class tests that were missed due to illness or other extenuating circumstances. Proctored exams are often a case of a student choosing, with faculty permission, to test in the Center or an instructor offering this as an option to their students.
SVSU students who are distance learners may take their exam(s) at a center that is closer to their location. To do so, they must contact their instructor within the first two weeks of the semester and tell them that they intend to take any scheduled exams at a proctored facility off-campus. Visit the NCTA Testing Center website to find a suitable location.
Policies
The student is responsible for contacting both the Testing Center and their instructor to make arrangements for testing. They should verify that their instructor has sent the exam materials to the Center. Questions about exam content, formatting, and allowed materials should be directed to the instructor. Cell phones or any other technology (smartwatches, tablets, laptops, etc.) will not be accepted as "calculators" or "note sheets." Students should also verify that they are scheduling for their exams during a window approved by the instructor.
Scheduling for a Proctored Exam
To take a proctored exam with the Testing Center:
- Ask permission from the instructor to take the exam in the Center.
- Make an appointment via RegisterBlast prior to taking the test. No walk-ins will be allowed.
- Read the Testing Center's rules before arriving to take the exam.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time to complete registration. Students should not expect to spend this time preparing to take their exams; all studying should be completed before entering the Testing Center.
If a student is more than 10 minutes late for their appointment, they must reschedule to minimize interruptions for those already testing. Testers should allow themselves enough time to complete their exams prior to the Center's closing when registering. It is highly recommended that students ask their professor how long the test may take so that they can plan accordingly. In addition, students needing multiple tests proctored must register for the appropriate number of testing windows; students will only be allowed to take one test per appointment window.
Rescheduling, Cancellation and Refund Policy
Rescheduling & Cancellations: Testers may reschedule and/or cancel their appointment in one of two ways -
- Via RegisterBlast: Directions are located under the "More Information" box on the website. RegisterBlast will not allow appointment changes within 24 hours of the schedule time.
- By contacting the Testing Center: The Center can be reached via email at testing@svsu.edu or phone at (989) 964-2820.
Refunds: In cases of appointment rescheduling, Center staff will attempt to move the exam to another date to help testers avoid paying twice for the same exam. For cancellations, testers must contact the Center no less than 2 hours before the appointment and then request a refund via email WITHIN 3 DAYS after the testing window has lapsed. Refund requests must provide the tester's name and student number (if applicable), the exam title, and the appointment date.
Refunds to the original credit/debit card used will be administered within five business days. Processing fees from RegisterBlast cannot be refunded. Testers who do not contact the Testing Center during the windows mentioned above will be considered no shows and will not receive a refund. The Center can only refund the fees that it has collected; processing fees or fees collected by third parties cannot be refunded by the Center.
Proctored Exams for Non-SVSU Students
The Testing Center offers testing services for non-SVSU students who need to take exams for other academic institutions or organizations. These may be online or paper/pencil in nature. Students must have permission from either their instructor or the organization's representative, and there is a $30.00 fee for each proctored exam window. Windows are 3 hours in length; if more time is required, testers will be asked to purchase additional windows. Given the amount of prep time, additional fees may be possible in cases of board exams.
Policies
The student is responsible for contacting both the Testing Center and their instructor/organization to make arrangements for testing. This should be done no less than 2 weeks prior to the exam date to ensure Center staff have adequate time to receive the appropriate testing materials; it is recommended that the examinee verify that the Center has attained these items. Questions about exam content, formatting, items allowed, and retakes should be directed to the instructor/organization. Cell phones or any other technology (smartwatches, tablets, laptops, etc.) will not be accepted as "calculators" or "note sheets."
Scheduling for a Proctored Exam
To take a proctored exam:
- Inform the instructor/organization that the exam(s) will be taken at the SVSU Testing Center.
- Make an appointment via RegisterBlast no less than 2 weeks in advance of the needed test date. No walk-ins will be allowed.
- Read the Testing Center's rules before arriving to take the exam.
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled time to complete registration. Students should not expect to spend this time preparing to take their exams. All studying should be completed before entering the Testing Center.
If a student is more than 10 minutes late for their appointment, they must reschedule to minimize interruptions for those already testing. Testers should allow themselves enough time to complete their exams prior to the closing of the Testing Center when registering. Questions regarding the amount of test time needed should be directed to the instructor/organization.
Rescheduling, Cancellation and Refund Policy
Rescheduling & Cancellations: Testers may reschedule and/or cancel their appointment in one of two ways -
- Via RegisterBlast: Directions are located under the "More Information" box on the website. RegisterBlast will not allow appointment changes within 24 hours of the schedule time.
- By contacting the Testing Center: The Center can be reached via email at testing@svsu.edu or phone at (989) 964-2820.
Note: Examinees will not be able to reschedule their exam for another day without approval from either their instructor or the organization they are testing for.
Refunds: In cases of appointment rescheduling, Center staff will attempt to move the exam to another date to help testers avoid paying twice for the same exam. For cancellations, testers must contact the Center no less than 2 hours before the appointment and then request a refund via email WITHIN 3 DAYS after the testing window has lapsed. Refund requests must provide the tester's name and student number (if applicable), the exam title, and the appointment date.
Refunds to the original credit/debit card used will be administered within five business days. Processing fees from RegisterBlast cannot be refunded. Testers who do not contact the Testing Center during the windows mentioned above will be considered no shows and will not receive a refund. The Center can only refund the fees that it has collected; processing fees or fees collected by third parties cannot be refunded by the Center.
CONTACT US.
The Testing Center @ SVSU
Zahnow 308
testing@svsu.edu
(989) 964-2820