Below are tests organized by the Assessment Office. Click to expand and show test information and dates.
Please use the following resources if you need testing accommodations.If you need assistance preparing for an exam, contact the Student Success Center (SSC).
Northwest students can also access a variety of academic resources through Student Support Services.
The Missouri Civics Achievement Exam is state-mandated.
First-time freshmen complete the exam as part of 34-102 Introduction to American Government and Politics. Students can take the exam as many times as needed until they reach 70% (35/50). Students who pass the course (34-102) but not the exam will still be required to complete the exam as it is a requirement for graduation. Such students will take the exam through the Assessment Office, oaia@nwmissouri.edu.
Any student who transfers to Northwest from a non-Missouri institution or starts at a Missouri institution after July 2019 is required to complete the exam as a graduation requirement. Such students will take the exam through the Assessment Office, oaia@nwmissouri.edu.
The exam has 50 multiple choice questions, but there is a review module for students who might struggle. The exam is not timed nor is it proctored. Students only need to achieve a 70% (35 out of 50 points) to pass the exam and meet the state’s requirement. It can be retaken as many times as necessary.
The following is a list of test dates. All tests begin at 8 a.m. on the 2nd floor of Garrett-Strong:
The following is a list of test dates. All tests begin at 8 a.m. on the 2nd floor of Garrett-Strong:
High School Equivalency testing is held at the Northwest Technical School in Maryville, MO. For further information, you may contact:
Northwest Technical School
1515 South Munn
Maryville, MO 64468
Phone: 660.562.3022
For information regarding high school equivalency test preparation contact:
Adult Basic Education
Phone: 660.582.5615
This test is administered to all students as they reach 60 credit hours. This test covers questions from four broad academic areas: humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and mathematics.
Students are required to take this exam in order to pre-register for classes. In addition, participation and minimum achievements may be required of students in certain programs. Check with your major advisor.
For information about accommodations for students with disabilities, please contact the Assessment Office. You will need a copy of your accommodation approval letter.
Some majors and departments require students in their senior year to take a Major Field Test. The test will encompass questions related to specific majors. There are two types of tests given depending on the major.
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Your exam will typically be scheduled through your senior seminar or capstone course. Please talk to your advisor or department chair if you have any questions or concerns about your MFT. Please contact the professor of your senior seminar or capstone course to make arrangements for your MFT. They will have you coordinate with the Assessment Office. You will need a copy of your accommodation approval letter if requesting accommodations.
Starting July 1, 2024, the PRAXIS will be used as a required assessment for educator certification in Missouri. These will be offered in person at the Assessment Office and through online proctoring. See registration deadlines and guidelines at https://www.ets.org/praxis
Information about accommodations for students with disabilities:
www.ets.org/praxis/site/test-takers/register/disability-accommodations.html
Here are a few notes about the Praxis that your students should know:
Fee Waivers for Praxis
ETS has a process where students can apply for a fee waiver for their Praxis. Your students may qualify, although there is an application process. Take a look below: https://praxis.ets.org/test/takers/register-waivers.html
Calendar Restrictions
An issue regarding the Praxis is that not all Praxis tests are available all the time. For your students to check and see when their test is available, please use this link: https://dese.mo.gov/media/pdf/praxis-offerings-month8-13
How to Register for Praxis
To register for the Praxis, students will need to sign in or register with ETS here: https://praxis.ets.org/state-requirements/missouri-tests.html
A few notes about registering for the Praxis:
If you want to know if a CLEP is a good option for you, check out the following page, https://www.nwmissouri.edu/admissions/first-year/dualcredit.htm, and speak with your academic advisor.
You must contact our office in advance to schedule a time to complete a CLEP exam.
Registration including payment for your CLEP® exam must but done online through the My Account registration portal. You will receive a voucher once payment is made. You must bring that with you to the exam.
Our office collects $20 for administering the exam. Follow this link to pay for the proctoring of this exam, https://secure.touchnet.com:443/C21165_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=143&FROMQRCODE=true&SINGLESTORE=true
You will need to bring two forms of ID. The primary ID must be government issued and the secondary ID must contain either photo or signature.
The exam lasts 90 minutes but allow for two hours to complete the check-in procedures.
The ParaPro Assessment is a general aptitude test for prospective and practicing paraprofessionals that measures your:
It is required for the paraprofessional certification in Missouri with a minimum passing score of 459.
Please reach out to Northwest Assessment Office about registering for a time to take this assessment by emailing at oaia@nwmissouri.edu or calling the office at 660-562-1452.
To be able to pay for ParaPro assessment, please visit this website after you have contacted the Assessment Office. https://secure.touchnet.com/C21165_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1166&SINGLESTORE=true
Tests such as those for other institutions, scholarship applications, or employment purposes, etc.
Cost: Typically the fee is $35, however, the cost varies depending upon test administered.
