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TSIA Assessment (TSIA2)

​​TSIA2 measures readiness for college-level English Language Arts & Reading (ELAR) and Mathematics at Texas public colleges and universities.​

​​TSI Assessment Details​

The Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2) is a series of placement tests for students enrolling in public colleges and universities in Texas. The tests help Texas schools determine whether you’re ready for college-level courses in the areas of reading, writing, and math. The results of TSIA2, in conjunction with your academic background, goals, and interests, are used by academic advisers and counselors to place you in the appropriate courses that match your achievement level.

Before you can register to take TSIA2, you must participate in a mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA). The institution where you plan to enroll is required to provide the PAA, as well as to document your participation. 

Huntsville Campus

  • This option allows you to take the TSIA2 at home or at a local college/university near your home. 
  • Report time: Report to the testing site at least 15-30 minutes before your scheduled testing time.  
  • Exam length: Untimed but can take approximately 4-6 hours. 
  • First attempt fee: $53.50  
  • Retest fee: 
  • 1 subject area: $18.50 
  • 2 subject areas: $33.50 
  • 3 subject areas: $53.50 
  • All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable 
  • Valid photo ID  (driver’s license, passport, state-issued ID, military ID, student ID, etc.) 
  • Valid secondary ID (employee ID, credit/debit card, secondary photo ID, etc.)  
  • Student ID  number 
  • After you complete your exam, your TSIA2 scores are immediately accessible by your academic advisor.  

There is no required waiting period to retake the TSIA2. Students can retest at any time (pending availability of the Testing Center). 

  • The Testing Center must receive documentation of your accommodation at least two weeks in advance of your scheduled test date.  
  • Accommodation requests are processed through the Services for Students with Disabilities Office. 
  • Phone: (936) 294-3512 
  • Campus Location: Lee Drain Annex 
  • Phone: Call (936) 294-1025 
  • Campus Location: Academic Building IV, Room 102 
  • Mailing address: Box 2240, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2240