The Test Center administers a wide range of tests to students and the broader Philadelphia Community. In addition to the tests listed below, the Test Center administers the ACT and Digital SAT. View information about the test center, hours of operation, locations, and contact information.
- Please arrive on time for your appointment.
- No payments are accepted or collected at our center.
- No cellphones or other electronics permitted in the testing room
- No eating or drinking is permitted in the testing room.
- Secure lockers are available for all personal items, including food, beverages, and electronic devices.
- Weapons are prohibited in the testing center, anyone who arrives with a weapon will not be permitted entry.
Tests Adminstered
CLEP is a widely accepted credit-by-examination program. There are over 30 different examinations which allow students to demonstrate knowledge in a wide range of subjects. This knowledge may have come from formal education, job experience, or through independent reading, observation or study.
CLEP is administered as a computer-based test. For additional information about CLEP, including descriptions of CLEP exams, a listing of test centers, and important CLEP addresses and phone numbers, visit the College Board's CLEP website.
How do I register?
- CLEP Exams are administered at Temple by appointment only. Temple is an "open" testing center -- anyone who is properly registered may test here. It is critical, however, that persons considering taking a CLEP test first gather all relevant information about their higher education institution's CLEP credit-granting policies. Policies vary among institutions concerning the CLEP examinations that are acceptable for credit.
- Registration to take the CLEP test at Temple University is a two-step process:
- Go to the CLEP website and register to take one or more CLEP tests. On the CLEP website you will have to create an account (if it is your first time) and then select which test(s) you want to take. There is an $89 registration fee for each test you want to take.
Click Here to Register for a CLEP Test at the College Board's CLEP website
- To take your CLEP test(s) at Temple University, you must then click on the link below to make an appointment to take your CLEP test(s) at Temple University. The administration fee to take a CLEP test at Temple University is $30 per test.
Click Here to Make an Appointment to Take you CLEP Test(s) at Temple University
How Temple accepts CLEP credits
- Temple University students must determine which CLEP examinations are acceptable for their purposes.
- Temple University students who are considering a CLEP exam should consult the Undergraduate Bulletin for current credit-granting policies and also Temple's Credit for Prior Learning webpage for policies and equivalency charts.
- Students at institutions other than Temple, must contact someone who has knowledge of the institution's policies regarding CLEP (e.g., advisors or deans).
What do I need to bring on test day?
- A valid registration ticket from The CollegeBoard registration portal.
- Identification: Your driver’s license, passport, or other government-issued identification that includes your photograph and signature. You will be asked to show this identification to be admitted to the testing area. The last name on your ID must match the name on your registration ticket.
Please visit CLEP website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day.
Temple administers the computer-based General Education Development (GED) test for individuals who have not completed high school and are seeking to obtain a Certificate of High School Equivalency Diploma.
How do I register?
- Candidates must create an account through GED.com to choose a test center, schedule an appointment, and pay for the exam. Please be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day.
The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is a standardized test that is an admissions requirement for many graduate schools in the United States and Canada.
How do I register?
- Please visit GRE’s website to create an account and register to take your exam.
What do I need to bring on test day?
- Please bring a valid, photo ID on the day of your test. See here for examples of acceptable identification. Also, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day.
The HiSET® High School Equivalency Test is an alternative to a United States high school diploma. Obtaining this degree offers better chances of furthering your education as well as more job opportunities. Temple University currently offers the paper-based version as well as the computer-based version.
How do I register?
- Please visit HiSET’s website to create an account and register to take your HiSET exam.
What do I need to bring on test day?
- Please bring a valid, photo ID on the day of your test. See here for examples of acceptable identification. Also, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day.
Kryterion provides services to professional associations and businesses for developing and delivering exams. Kryterion provides licensure and certification exams for vendors such as Salesforce, AABC Commission Group, etc.
Registration Information and Requirements
- Please visit Kryterion’s website to create an account, register to take your exam, and to confirm what materials are required for testing. Also, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day.
Metro Institute provides examinations for pest control and agriculture licensure.
How do I register?
- Please visit Metro’s website and select your exam for information on registration, register to take your exam, and to confirm what materials are required for testing.
The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) is credentialing organization that provides testing for healthcare professionals and instructors. The exams include but are not limited to Tech in Surgery Certified, Insurance & Coding Specialist, and Patient Care Technician.
How do I register?
To register for a NCCT test, you must:
1. Visit NCCT’s website to create an account, register to take your exam, and to confirm what materials are required for testing. Also, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day
2. Reserve and pay for a proctoring appointment by visiting www.registerblast.com/temple. The administration fee to take a NCCT test at Temple University is $50.
National Testing Network (NTN) contracts with public safety departments across the country to provide professional test administration exams for Law Enforcements, Firefighters, and Adult Corrections.
How do I register?
Please visit NTN’s website to create an account, register to take your exam, and to confirm what materials are required for testing. Also, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day
The Pennsylvania Office of Administration (PAOA) exam is a state exam.
How do I register?
Please visit PAOA’s website and select your exam for information on registration and to confirm what materials are required for testing. Also, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day
The Praxis exam is used to assess the knowledge of specific subjects needed for teaching. This test is for those seeking to enter the teaching profession.
How do I register?
Please visit Praxis’ website to create an account and register to take your exam, order score reports, and change registrations.
What do I need to bring on test day?
Please bring your admission ticket and a valid, photo ID on test day. See here for examples of acceptable identification. You may also bring a calculator if it is allowed for your test (see Calculator Use). Please visit Praxis’ website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day.
Overview of exams offered (PECT, PTCB, GIAC, etc)
Pearson VUE offers computer-based testing for licensure and certification exams such as the PECT, CompTIA, GIAC, PTCB, and more.
How do I register?
Please visit Pearson VUE’s website and select your exam for information on registration and to confirm what materials are required for testing. Also, be sure to check their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day
Meazure Learning provides products and services for assessments and surveys worldwide. Licensure and certification exams include the Board of Certification for the Athletic Trainer, American Council on Exercise, etc.
How do I register?
Please visit Meazure Learning's website to create an account, register to take your exam, and to confirm what materials are required for testing. Also, be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) assesses the knowledge of the English language of ESL students looking to enroll in primarily English universities.
How do I register?
You can register to take the test through phone, mail, or online. Please visit TOEFL’s website for information regarding registration.
What do I need on test day?
The only item you must bring is a valid, photo ID on test day. See here for examples of acceptable identification. Please be sure to visit their website for the most up-to-date items you are allowed to bring on test day
Temple offers proctoring services (also known as Distance Learning) for individuals that need to take a proctored test for another university, a company, or an agency. Services are available by appointment only and are only administered at our Main Campus. Temple will proctor exams at arranged times Monday through Friday, beginning as early as 8:30 a.m. and ending by 4:30 p.m.
Registration Information
To schedule an appointment, send an email to mytest@temple.edu at least two weeks in advance. Temple will coordinate with the individual to determine the necessary information about the exam including:
- The length of time needed to complete the exam.
- The preferred date and time of the candidate’s appointment. Please note while we strive to accommodate preferred exam dates/times, appointments are contingent upon availability.
- After confirming the appointment, the candidate will receive specific information and instructions regarding:
- The reporting location
- How to register to take the exam at Temple University
- The mailing address to send the exam
- Methods of returning the exam. Please note that some institutions require the exam to be mailed back in a prepaid envelope. It is important to note that Temple will not provide the envelope or postage. All envelopes should be addressed to the appropriate recipient from their institution and Temple University should be listed as the sender. Please see our mailing address below;
Temple University - Institutional Research & Assessment
Carnell Hall
1803 N Broad Street, Room 715A
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Fees are based upon the length of the exam and are paid online by either credit or debit card after our department confirms your appointment time. The administration fee is $55.00 per session (up to 4 hours of testing time). For longer sessions, there is an additional $15 charge for each hour beyond the standard 4-hour session.