Praxis Core Exemptions

You can submit passing scores for the Praxis Core or an approved exemption such as qualifying or previous acceptable SAT, ACT or GRE scores, or hold a 3.0 GPA.

We strongly suggest taking the SAT, ACT or GRE in place of the Praxis Core. Exam dates are not as frequent, so we encourage you to take your choice exam as soon as possible.

Residents are eligible to waive the Praxis Core requirement by submitting qualifying scores from one of the exams listed below:

Praxis Core Exemptions

The ACT

Register for ACT

Create a MyACT account to register for the ACT here.

ACT Fees

The full ACT (no writing) - $60.00

The full ACT with writing - $85.00

Requesting Previous ACT Score Report

Log in to your MyACT account to access your scores. If you don’t know your password or other online account details, you can email the ACT help desk, use the online chat feature, or call 319-337-1270 for assistance.

The ACT Test Dates

The SAT

Register for the SAT:

Create Your College Board Account here to register for the SAT.

SAT Fees:

SAT: $52

SAT with Essay: $68

Requesting Previous SAT Score Report:

To request previous score reports, please visit the College Board, Sending Old SAT Scores.

SAT Test Dates:

The GRE

Register for the GRE:

Create an ETS account here.

GRE Test Fees:

GRE® General Test- $205.00

GRE Test Dates:

You can take the GRE General Test once every 21 days, up to five times within any continuous rolling 12-month period (365 days).

Find available test centers and dates here or Register to test at Home.

Requesting Previous GRE scores:

Previous GRE Scores can be obtained through your ETS account. If you are not able to access your ETS account please contact GRE services here.

Note: GRE scores are reportable for five years following your test date.