Required Tests
Gateway | GHSGrad.Test | EOCT | College Entrance Exams | ACT | Compass |
SAT | Subject tests? | Other Tests | PSAT
Gateway Test
The Gwinnett County Public Schools system requires students to pass all sections of the Gateway Assessment. The Gateway Assessment will measure the ability to write effectively in the areas of Science and Social Studies. This assessment is initially administered in the spring of their 10 th grade year. Remediation is available for students who fail any portion of the test. Students will have several opportunities to retake the Gateway if they are not successful in their first attempt.
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Georgia High School Graduation Test
In order to receive a diploma from a Georgia high school, students must pass all sections of the Georgia High School Graduation Test. These sections are: Writing, Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies. These tests are administered during the junior year; the writing test is given during the first semester and the remaining sections are given in the spring semester. Remediation is available for students who fail any portion of the test. There are several opportunities to retake the failed portion(s) prior to graduation.
Testing Calendar English
Testing Calendar Spanish
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EOCT – End of Course Tests
An EOCT is required by the state at the completion of certain classes. Practice tests and information on the EOCT can be found at www.usatestprep.com. Classes that require an EOCT are:
Algebra I |
Biology |
Economics |
Freshman Language Arts |
Geometry |
Junior Language Arts |
Physical Science |
US History |
College Entrance Exams
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ACT- www.act.org
Test Date |
Registration Deadline |
(Late Fee Required) |
| September 10, 2011 |
August 12, 2011 |
August 13 – 26, 2011 |
October 22, 2011 |
September 16, 2011 |
September 17 – 30, 2011 | >
December 10, 2011 | November 4, 201 |
November 5 – 18, 2011 |
February 11, 2012 |
January 13, 2012 |
January 14 – 20, 2012 |
April 14, 2012 |
March 9, 2012 |
March 10 – 23, 2012 |
June 9, 2012 |
May 4, 2012 |
May 5 – 18, 2012 |
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Compass – http://www.act.org/compass/
The COMPASS ® computer-adaptive college placement test helps educators:
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quickly evaluate incoming students' skill levels in Reading, Writing Skills, Writing Essay, Math, and ESL
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place students in appropriate courses
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connect them to the resources they need to achieve academic success
(Check with your local College/University for test dates and fees.)
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SAT- www.collegeboard.com
U.S. Registration Deadlines |
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October 1, 2011 |
September 9, 2011 |
September 10 - 21, 20011 |
November 5, 201 |
October 7, 2011 |
October 8 - 21, 20011 |
December 3, 2010 |
November 8, 2011 |
November 9 - 20, 2011 |
January 28, 2012 |
December 30, 2011 |
December 31 - January 12, 2012 |
March 10, 2012 |
February 10, 2012 |
February 11 - 24, 2012 |
May 5, 2010 |
April 6, 2012 |
April 7 - 20, 2012 |
June 2, 2012 |
May 8, 2012 |
May 9 - 22, 2012 |
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SAT Subject Tests
Subject Tests (formerly SAT II: Subject Tests) measure your knowledge and skills in particular subject areas, and your ability to apply that knowledge.
The SAT Subject Tests are the only national admissions tests that give you the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of content in specific subjects, such as English, history, mathematics, science, and various foreign languages.
Many colleges use the Subject Tests for admission, for course placement, and to advise students about course selection. Some colleges specify the Subject Tests that they require for admission or placement; others allow applicants to choose which tests to take. These tests give you and colleges a very reliable measure of how prepared you are for college-level work in particular subjects. Used in combination with other background information (your high school record, SAT scores, teacher recommendations, etc.), they provide a dependable measure of your academic achievement and are a good predictor of future college performance in specific subject areas.
The SAT Subject Tests offer you an additional opportunity to show colleges what you know and what you know you can do.
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Which Subject Tests should you take?
Before deciding which tests to take, make a list of the colleges you're considering. Then review school catalogs to find out whether the schools require scores for admission and, if so, how many tests and in which subjects.
Use your list of colleges and their admission requirements to help plan your high school course schedule. You may want to adjust your schedule in light of colleges' requirements. For example, a college may require a score from a Subject Test in a language for admission, or the college might exempt you from a freshman course requirement if you do well on a language Subject Test.
Many colleges that don't require Subject Test scores will still review them since they can give a fuller picture of your academic background.
If you're not sure which Subject Test to take from a subject area, talk to your perspective college admissions office or school counselor.
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When should you take Subject Tests?
Most students take Subject Tests toward the end of their junior year or at the beginning of their senior year.
Take tests such as World History, Biology E/M, Chemistry, or Physics as soon as possible after completing the course in the subject, while the material is still fresh in your mind. For foreign language tests, you'll do better after at least two years of study.
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Other Test
PSAT/NMSQT – www.collegeboard.com
The Preliminary SAT ®/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test is a co-sponsored program by the College Board and National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).
PSAT/NMSQT stands for Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. It's a standardized test that provides firsthand practice for the SAT Reasoning Test™. It also gives you a chance to enter National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) scholarship programs.
The PSAT/NMSQT measures:
You have developed these skills over many years, both in and out of school. This test doesn't require you to recall specific facts from your classes.
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The most common reasons for taking the PSAT/NMSQT are:
- To receive feedback on your strengths and weaknesses on skills necessary for college study. You can then focus your preparation on those areas that could most benefit from additional study or practice.
- To see how your performance on an admissions test might compare with that of others applying to college.
- To enter the competition for scholarships from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (grade 11).
- To help prepare for the SAT. You can become familiar with the kinds of questions and the exact directions you will see on the SAT.
- To receive information from colleges when you check "yes" to Student Search Service.
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