Accuplacer ESL

At this time, the Testing Center is not administering in-house exams. Future updates will be provided as soon as possible. 

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Test Candidate:

Our first priority is the safety and well-being of our employees and testing candidates like you. We have been actively monitoring the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and implementing measures to help protect your health and safety.

All scheduled test candidates will be contacted to discuss reschedule or remote test options (if available). These are unprecedented times. We know you’ve done a lot of work to prepare for your scheduled exam, and we hope you understand and support our decision to suspend test delivery (if necessary). Please see specific updates here.

COVID-19 Alert: As this is a rapidly evolving situation, please monitor our website at SHSU.edu/coronavirus for the most up-to-date university information. For examinees that are SHSU employees/students, we will also utilize our KatSafe messaging system for urgent communications. If you are not signed up for KatSafe, please go to SHSU.edu/KatSafe. All other examinees - please monitor your email and voicemail concerning changes to your test administration.

Due to the high volume of calls, the quickest way to get a response regarding your question or concern is to email test.ctr@shsu.edu. If you choose to leave a voicemail, please expect a response with 24-48 hours. Thank you for your patience.

ACCUPLACER ESL

ACCUPLACER ESL tests are designed to provide placement, advisement, and guidance information for students entering institutions of higher education. These tests are developed by College Board, with the help of committees of college faculty, to provide information about the student’s level of skill and accomplishment in listening, reading, English, and writing. It determines which courses are appropriate for the student. ACCUPLACER ESL presents the tests in a computer-adaptive mode and scores are available immediately after testing.

  • TESTING DAYS AND TIMES (Huntsville Campus)
    • Monday - Friday
    • Schedule: various times beginning at 9:00 a.m.
    • Examinees need to report to the testing site at least 15-30 minutes prior to their scheduled testing time
    • Three hour time limit
  • REGISTRATION/ADMINISTRATION/TEST FEE
  • REMOTE TEST

    Individuals wishing to test at a remote location must fill out the remote test application and submit at least 3 days in advance of their desired test date. Same day processing is not allowed.

  • ITEMS NEEDED
    • Current, unexpired picture identification (i.e., driver’s license, passport, state-issued ID, military ID, student ID, etc.)
    • Second form of ID (i.e., any of the previously listed photo IDs, social security card, birth certificate, credit/debit card, library card, etc.)
    • Student ID number
  • SCORES
    • Scores will be available immediately following completion of the test
  • RETAKES
    • Students taking the ACCUPLACER ESL can retest at any time (pending registration and seat availability)
    • Registration/administration/test fee applies
  • ACCUPLACER ESL WEBSITE