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Testing Information

Testing Resources

McMurry University provides information and support for a variety of college admission, placement, career, graduate, and professional examinations. Select a test below for details, scheduling information, and official resources.

On-Campus Testing

Testing services and resources available through McMurry University.

ACT — American College Testing

McMurry University hosts the ACT National test when it is administered on the same date across the country. Students register and pay for the national ACT directly through ACT.

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ACT On-Campus Testing

Contact Sandy Lane, Testing Coordinator, at 325-793-4880.

  • ACT On-Campus testing is for students who want to attend, or are being recruited to attend, McMurry University only.
  • On-Campus ACT scores are exclusive to McMurry and are not shared with other institutions.
  • Fee: $65.00, subject to change.
  • A current picture ID is required at check-in.
  • Students may bring a calculator up to a TI-86, no higher.
  • Test administration follows procedures defined by the applicable testing organization.

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CLEP — College-Level Examination Program

The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a widely accepted credit-by-examination program offering subject examinations that correspond to college courses. Students planning to challenge freshman-level English Composition, Mathematics, or Foreign Language should do so as early as possible because results may affect course sequencing.

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Schedule a CLEP Exam

Civilian students and community residents may contact Sandy Lane, Testing Coordinator, at 325-793-4880.

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FOCUS 2 Career Assessment

FOCUS 2 helps students identify personal strengths, needs, interests, and preferences while developing a career plan. The platform includes career assessments, occupational information, comparison tools, and individualized reports.

Contact Career Development for login information.

Open the FOCUS 2 Portal

THEA Internet-Based Test

The THEA Test includes Reading, Mathematics, and Writing sections. Each section measures academic skills against an established standard of competence.

McMurry offers the THEA IBT by appointment. Contact Sandy Lane at 325-793-4880 to schedule.

THEA Information

Off-Campus and Online Testing

Official information and testing resources for additional placement, graduate, and professional examinations.

ACCUPLACER

ACCUPLACER is a series of tests that evaluate students’ skills in reading, writing, and mathematics to help colleges place students in courses appropriate to their skill levels.

ACCUPLACER Student Portal

GMAT

The GMAT is an entrance examination used by business schools to evaluate skills relevant to graduate-level business study.

Local Testing Center

Pearson Professional Centers-Abilene TX
3444 N 1st Street, Suite 102
Abilene, Texas 79603
325-670-9760

GMAT Information

GRE

The GRE General Test is a graduate admissions examination accepted by graduate and business programs worldwide.

GRE Information

TExES — Texas Examinations of Educator Standards

The Texas Examinations of Educator Standards (TExES) are the examination series used for educator certification in Texas. Individual content tests measure knowledge in the subject area a candidate plans to teach.

Tests generally contain multiple-choice questions, while some examinations also include written or oral responses. Review the appropriate Preparation Manual for test-specific information.

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LSAT — Law School Admission Test

The LSAT is used in law school admissions and measures skills associated with success in law school, including reading comprehension, reasoning, and writing. Law schools may consider LSAT results as one component of a broader admissions review.

LSAT Information

MCAT — Medical College Admission Test

The Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) is a standardized, computer-based examination used by medical schools and other health-profession programs. It assesses scientific knowledge, critical thinking, and reasoning skills.

Exam Sections

  • Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems
  • Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems
  • Psychological, Social, and Biological Foundations of Behavior
  • Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills (CARS)

MCAT Registration and Information

Test Preparation Resources

Additional online resources are available to help students prepare for standardized tests.

Test Prep Review

Provides free test-preparation resources and information about preparing for a variety of standardized exams.

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Varsity Tutors

Offers practice tests and learning resources across a broad range of subjects and examinations.

Varsity Tutors Practice Tests