Ability to Benefit
The Ability to Benefit (ATB) test is an alternative pathway for students without a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma to qualify for enrollment at a college and receive federal financial aid.
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The Ability to Benefit (ATB) test is an alternative pathway for students without a high school diploma or high school equivalency diploma to qualify for enrollment at a college and receive federal financial aid.
Accuplacer ESL is a computer adaptive test designed for English language learners. The results of the test will be used to determine proficiency and placement so that students may receive the support needed to be successful in their courses. Visit the City University of New York’s website for Testing FAQs.
Students, who need to test, will receive an invitation to test via email.
The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) allows individuals to earn college credit by demonstrating their knowledge in certain subjects through standardized testing. There are 34 exams that cover introductory level college course material. With a passing score on one CLEP exam, students can earn three or more college credits.
The Math Placement test otherwise known as the ACCUPLACER Advanced Algebra and Functions (AAF) is an optional test students can take if they believe their math milestone does not match their math level. Students can appeal their Math Milestone by taking the AAF. Placement into Level 2 courses also requires the Calculus Readiness Test (CRT).
The Nursing Entrance Exam (NEX) is required part of the Generic and Accelerated Second-Degree Pathways application process at the Hunter-Bellevue School of Nursing.
The New York State Teacher Certification Examination Computer-Based Testing is one of the four requirements prospective teachers will need to take to be certified to teach.