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What is TSI?
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is the statute that requires all Texas public institutions of higher education to determine the readiness of all non-exempt, entering undergraduate students to enroll in freshman-level academic courses (see TEC, 51.336). Students are able to qualify for exemption by subject area in a number of ways, including meeting college readiness benchmarks on the SAT® or ACT® , or successfully completing a high school College Preparatory Course. (For a complete list of exemptions, see below under “TSIA2 Exemptions”). Undergraduate students who enter without an exemption are required to take the Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2).
Am I TSI Exempt/Complete?
There are several paths to meeting the TSI requirement. Note: Students can be partially complete in one content area (ex: Math, but not Reading/Writing) and can combine qualifying scores across tests listed here.
SAT and ACT requirements can be found in the picture to the right.
What can I do if I am not TSI complete?
Take the TSI Assessment OR Take (or re-take) the SAT or ACT
How do I test at ACC?
Know your TSI status and which areas you need to test (Reading/Writing/Math).
Complete the ACC TSI Pre Assessment Activity online and bring printed completion certificate to test day.
Pay the testing fee: Unless exempt from a section, all first time testers will be required tro take the full test ($29); if exempt in a section, bring a copy of your scores with you to the test.
Schedule your test: Please call the campus for more information. Seating is not guaranteed.
Test Day: Arrive 15 minutes prior to test start time and BRING: official photo ID, Pre-Assessment Activity completion certificate, and testing fee receipt.
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How do I complete ACC's pre-assessment activity?
How long does the TSI Assessment take?
The TSI Assessment is an untimed test - you have as long as you need. The average time to complete all three sections of the test is 3-5 hours.
What do I need to bring on the test day?
Photo ID (school ID or driver's license)
Materials will be provided (scratch paper, pencils, calculators are embedded in the test program); you may not bring your own calculator.
Cell phones and devices that can access the internet are strictly prohibited. They must be turned off and stowed.
Drinks and snacks are allowed, which students may access during breaks.
When will I get my scores?
The test is scored immediately upon completion and students may request an unofficial copy of scores for advising purposes and should keep a copy to reference.
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