ACCUPLACER Test

Appointments

ACCUPLACER testing is currently being proctored remotely using Zoom.  

You must follow all of the steps below to set up Accuplacer Testing for the University of New Orleans.  Please read all of the information below.

Remotely Proctored Accuplacer Tests

To be sure this remote option will work for you, please take the steps below. 

• You must have use of a computer with a reliable internet connection and a webcam.
• Go to the Zoom website, download and install Zoom: https://www.zoom.us/download#client_4meeting.
• To check that Zoom was set up correctly, click here: https://www.zoom.us/test.  You MUST use the option to join with video.

• Check that your computer can run ACCUPLACER by clicking here: https://www.accuplacer.org/#/systemRequirement 

• If this does not work, please go to https://www.accuplacer.org/ and at the bottom of the page, click on Verify System Requirements.

When you have verified you have the technical requirements, please go to the Cost section below to make payment for your test(s).

Please then forward a copy of your receipt to testing@uno.edu so we can create a voucher for you and schedule a testing appointment for you.  When you email, please include the following information:

1. Indicate which test(s) you plan to take:  Math (Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics) and/or English (Writing).
2. Provide us with the following personal information:
   1. Your full name:
   2. Your date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy):
   3. Your mailing address:
   4. Your email:
   5. Home phone number:
   6. Mobile phone number:
   7. Ethnicity: (you can indicate “I choose not to answer”)
   8. Gender:  (you can indicate “I choose not to answer”)

You can then expect to receive two emails: one, from Accuplacer, advising you of your remote voucher number, and another, from UNO Testing Services, to schedule your testing session. These test sessions have limited admission for the time being; we appreciate your patience with this new process if you are unable to test immediately.

Requirements

The test taker will be required to present a valid, unexpired photo-ID (ex. government issued driver's license, state identification card, or passport.) You will be advised of the requirements for the testing area in which you plan to test from home.

Disability Related Accommodations

The ACCUPLACER tests are not timed.  To request other accommodations, please contact Amy King at aaking@uno.edu or call 504-280-7327.

Testing Time

ACCUPLACER tests are being proctored in two time slots (10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. CST) with limited availability Monday through Friday.

Cost

$25.00 per test, payable prior to test administration by credit card or debit card Click the link below to pay.

UNO Applicants or Students Pay for Scheduled Accuplacer Tests

Getting your Scores

You will receive your ACCUPLACER test results via email shortly after completion of your testing. Testing Services will also forward your test results to the UNO Office of Enrollment Services upon your request.  You may need to request or send your results to your academic advisor.

Retest Policy

The ACCUPLACER test can be taken a total of three times within a 30 day period starting with the first test attempt. Test takers can only take one Elementary Algebra and one Sentence Skills test per day.

For more information, please consult the ACCUPLACER website.