What to Bring
Bring a pen/pencil, calculator, and any testing materials permitted by your instructor, institution, or test sponsor (scratch paper provided as permitted.
Personal belongings must be kept in the designated stowage area during your exam. You may place any personal belongings in your purse, bag, or backpack. Upon exit, collect your personal belongings and discard any paper-based testing materials into the recycling bin.
Prohibited in the Testing Space:
- Personal Items
- Mobile electronic devices and/or wearable tech (e.g., cameras, cellphones, earbuds, headphones, laptops, smart glasses, tablets, smart glasses)
- Watches (e.g., analog, digital, smart)
- Tissues or handkerchiefs
- Backpacks, bags, briefcases, purses, or wallets
- Books, calculators, dictionaries (including language translation), geometric tools, notes, papers, or study guides
- Food (e.g., candy, gum, mints), drinks (e.g., water bottles), or lip balm
- Head coverings or headwear (e.g., caps, hats, hoods)
- Outerwear (e.g., coats, jackets, scarves)
- Badges, cords, lanyards, name tags, or straps
- Writing utensils (e.g., pencils, pens, highlighters)
Individual exam rules or policy may supersede this list and provide for additional standards or exceptions. Confer with the Testing Center staff regarding permitted cultural, medical, or religious apparel.
Taking Your Exam
Cell phones and all other electronics must be turned completely OFF during your entire test and stowed in your backpack, bag, purse, or bag we can provide.
Smart glasses—whether prescription or not—are not allowed and must also be stowed. All glasses will be visually inspected during check-in.
Noises made by an electronic device (eg, vibrating, beeping, ringing) or the use of smart glasses in the testing room will result in the termination of your test and notification of your test sponsor or instructor.
Prohibited activities and behaviors that may result in the termination of your exam:
- Internet browsing
- Use of unauthorized materials
- Communication with anyone other than testing staff
- Being disrespectful or disruptive to others, especially in the testing room
Cheating on an exam, use of unpermitted test materials, or disruptive behavior may result in dismissal from the facility. If you are a TSC student, any concerning behaviors may also be reported to the Office of Student Conduct, the faculty member, and/or the division dean for further action and can be reported as an Academic Honor Policy violation.