Want to test out of a class?
Our Tests for DU Course Credit Chart [1] (opens in Google Docs) will help you match tests to DU equivalent credits.
Get Certified!
Professional Certifications [2]
Where to test at DU?
Find the most convenient location for you: Tests, Locations and Hours [3]
Sign up [4] for a test
Contact testing@davenport.edu [5]
We can help speed up your degree,
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Want to Test Out of a Class?
- Entrance & Placement Testing - Tests you may be asked to take at the beginning of your program (ACT, TEAS, COMPASS), more...
- Testing for college credit - Test out of a class, find which test gives
credit for an equivalent DU class (Equivalency Chart [6]), more [7]... - Professional certification testing - Get certified in Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA and more...
- Other Testing Services - Make-up tests, Proctoring Distance Learning tests
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Looking for Major Field Test?
- Major Field Test in Business (MFT) [8] - a graduation
requirement for ABA and BBA degrees
| You don't have to be a DU student to take a test. |
Entrance & Placement Testing Our Testing Center staff is here to help you navigate your choices and answer any questions. Your Academic Advisor can also help you decide which tests should be part of your degree plan.
You may be required to complete placement testing when you begin your classes at Davenport University. These tests determine your current proficiency in core subjects areas. You can’t fail these tests, but higher scores may allow you to start with more advanced classes. Sometimes it's also possible to receive college credit for these tests.
See also ACT [9], COMPASS [10], TEAS [11]
Testing for College Credit
Sometimes referred to as "Testing out," these standardized tests are the equivalent of passing a class and receiving credits toward your degree. It's a great way to accelerate your academic plan and can also help save on tuition costs.
See also CLEP [12], DSST [13], COMPASS [10], DU Competency [14], Microsoft Office Specialist Certification (MOS) [15]
Professional Certification Testing
IT careers sometimes require or prefer professional certifications in addition to your degree. These certifications are an assurance that your skill set is current and meets a a high standard. Professional certifications can also help you stand out in a competitive job market. Learn more [2]...
Popular Tests: Adobe [16], Cisco [17], CompTIA [18], Microsoft [19], Certiport [20] & Kryterion [21]
Other Testing Services
Make-up Tests
Many Campus Libraries offer Make-up Testing services for students and faculty. If a student misses a scheduled test in class, the instructor may allow the student to take or re-take the test with a proctor present. The student must make every effort to avoid missing class-time tests. The make-up testing service is not to be used casually and must be used judiciously by the instructor where the student's circumstances merit it.
- Testing Dates: Students must take tests during their campus library testing hours. [22]
- Cost: No fee for DU Students.
- You must present a photo ID before taking the test.
GR - W.A. Lettinga Faculty: To have the testing center proctor a make-up test, please fill out the Instructor Data Sheet [23] PDF and Make-up Test Form [24] PDF and return them to the Library Service Desk or e-mail them to testcenter@davenport.edu [25].
- Because of space limitations, please do not leave more than 5 make-up tests at a time.
- Department Coordinators must approve make-up final tests.
Proctoring Distance Learning Tests
Davenport University provides individualized test proctoring services at some of its Campus Libraries. You do not need to be a DU student to take advantage of this service. Proctoring is by appointment only, so please have the test provider (educational institution, employer, or certification agency) contact the DU location [26] that will proctor the test to arrange for testing materials to be delivered. A SASE must accompany the testing materials from the test provider.
- Testing Dates: By appointment only.
- Cost: No cost for DU students, faculty, staff, and alumni; $25 for non-DU affiliates. (Personal checks are not accepted at the W. A. Lettinga campus.)
- You must present a photo ID before taking the test.
- Please specify whether a computer will be needed for the test.
