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Standardized
Tests
In order to evaluate achievement and ability of students, the counseling
department administers several tests as follows:
PSAT/NMSQT
• ACT • SAT II •
AP
CLEP • TOEPL/TWE/TSL •
ASVAB
PSAT/NMSQT
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- Date:
October, Grade 11
- Purpose:
Practice test for SAT. Learn about strengths and weaknesses in English
and Math. Compete for National Merit Scholarships. Compare performances
with college-bound students nationally. Participate in Student Search
Program.
- Registration:
Register in Counseling Office by the announced deadline. Submit required
fee.
- Tips:
Take practice test and read Student Bulletin. Penalties are given
for guessing on test. Test given at all UCS high schools on Saturday
test date.
ACT
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- Date:
Spring, Grade 11 October, Grade 12
- Purpose:
Score used for Michigan Competitive Scholarship program. Most Michigan
colleges and some out-of-state schools use for admission decisions.
Enters participant in college search program. Assesses four academic
areas.
- Registration:
Take the practice test provided in packet. Read testing tips. No Penalty
for guessing.
SAT
II (top
of page)
- Date:
November/December, Grade 12
- Purpose:
Test knowledge in specific subjects. Used for admissions and placement
of students in courses at highly selective schools.
- Registration:
Pick up registration form and achievement test booklet in counseling
office. Register with test company by deadline.
- Tips:
Take test at the conclusion of high school course. Check which tests
are required/preferred by college.
(AP)
Advanced Placement Tests (top
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- Date:
May, Grades 11 and 12
- Purpose:
Earn college credits based on high school course work, saving time
and money in college. Receive advanced placement at higher course
level.
- Registration:
Register with A.P. teacher by March and submit check to designated
person.
- Tips:
Check with colleges as to A.P. rules and scores required for credit.
Release scores to college. Most colleges recognize outstanding test
scores.
(CLEP)
College Level Examination Program (top
of page)
- Date:
Designated dates, Grade 12
- Purpose:
Earn college credits, saving time and money in college. Test knowledge
in 35 subject areas and five general areas.
- Registration:
See counselor for CLEP registration information. Register with CLEP
test center - Macomb Community College in this area.
- Tips:
Review CLEP policy at college of your choice before taking test.
TOEPL,
TWE, TSL (Test of English as a Foreign Language, Test of Written Language,
Test of Spoken Language) (top
of page)
- Date:
Spring, Grade 11
- Purpose:
To evaluate the English proficiency of students whose native language
is not English.
ASVAB
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- Date:
Eleventh or Twelfth year. Dates vary at each high school.
- Purpose:
Scores used to help students plan careers and identify their strengths
and weaknesses. Also scores are used to place students into military
education and career programs if a student joins the military.
- Registration:
Pick up registration information in the Counseling Office.
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