Welcome to our Center!

The Testing Center provides testing services to support the academic and professional goals of students and the community. We adhere to the Professional Standards and Guidelines set by the National College Testing Association (NCTA). A one-time testing fee of $25 is required for all testers.

Choose Your Exam
Accommodated Exams

Students needing testing accommodations or a makeup exam must schedule their exam at least 2 days in advance.

ALEKS PPL

Online math placement exam for students in programs that require Calculus. Students must take the exam at least twice & complete modules.

College Success Math

The questions are a mix of algebra, equations, exponents, & geometry. This placement exam is for students who don't need Calculus.

College Success Writing

The writing placement is proctored in-person & consists of 1 essay question. All students are required to take a writing course.

Dual Enrollment

High schoolers in the Dual Enrollment program may take the ALEKS PPL or College Success exams on campus or at their high school for a fee.

Need a placement but aren't nearby?

Students who need to take a College Success placement exam but are unable to come to campus should contact a local library or college to find someone to proctor the exam for them. Once someone is found, have the proctor fill out the form below.

CLEP, HiSET, and Other Exams

We proctor the College Level Exam Preparation (CLEP®) and High School Equivalency Diploma (HiSET®) exams, as well as paper and computer-based exams for students attending other colleges or universities for a nominal fee. 

Exam Day Preparation

Contact Us

OPEN: Monday - Friday from 9am - 5pm
CLOSINGS: May 26, 29, 30; June 2, 4, 13
Appointments are strongly recommended for all exams!

Testing Center
Montana Technological University
1440 W. Park St.
Butte, MT 59701