Tests Offered at Galveston College
View the tests offered through Galveston College's Testing Center below.
TSIA 2.0: Texas Success Initiative
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) was set up by the Texas Legislature to ensure that public college students have the academic skills needed to succeed in college-level courses. New to college students must demonstrate college readiness by meeting minimum standards on TSI in Math and English or by meeting an exemption for each area. Students not meeting the standard are required to enroll in developmental courses to improve their academic skills and prepare them for college-level courses.
More information provided by the state: Student Informational Brochure
What's on the Test?
English Language Arts multiple-choice
Reading
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- Reading Comprehension & Literary Analysis- inferences in text, author's craft, vocabulary.
- Informational & Argumentative Texts- main and supporting ideas, vocabulary, synthesis.
Writing
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- Revising and Editing: sentences, paragraphs, essays.
TSIA2 Essay
- 300-600 word response to a prompt
Scored on six qualities:
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- Purpose & Focus
- Organization & Structure
- Development & Support
- Sentence Variety & Style
- Mechanical Conventions
- Critical Thinking
Math multiple-choice
Contains four subtopics:
- Quantitative Reasoning
ratios, proportions, percents, linear equations. - Algebraic Reasoning
quadratic, polynomial, exponential & radical equations, evaluating functions & word problems. - Geometry & Spatial Reasoning
measurement conversion, perimeter, area, surface area & volume, triangle trigonometry. - Probability & Statistics
classifying data, computing, interpreting probability, describing data measures & spread.
The TSI is administered on the computer. The TSIA 2.0 is an adaptive exam, test questions are based on your response to the previous question. Questions will either increase or decrease in difficulty depending on how you respond. Once you answer a test question, you cannot go back to change an answer. There may also be an additional diagnostic exam to provide more detailed placement information.
You may demonstrate college readiness through a list of approved exemptions. The most common exemptions are listed below:
Composite score of 23 with a minimum of 19 on the ACT English is exempt from ELAR
TSIA2, composite score of 23 with a minimum of 19 on the ACT math is exempt for the
math section of the TSIA2.
Scores may not be more than 5 years old.
480 on the Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and 530 on Math. Scores may not be more than 5 years old.
Scores may not be more than 5 years old.
A complete list of TSIA 2.0 exemptions & waivers is in the Current Catalog
Refresh your skills and knowledge, this may help get a higher score and ensure you are ready for college-level courses.
Free TSIA2 Study App
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- Create an account
- Select a practice test
Take a test to see your score or select learn as you go for explanations of how to solve each question.
Accuplacer/TSIA 2.0 Study Guides:
Sample English Language Arts Questions
English Language Arts Essay Guide
Step 1:
Mandatory pre-assessment activity
- Create an account or login to your Accuplacer account.
- After logging in, select “TSIA 2.0 Pre-Assessment Activity”.
- Complete the pre-assessment, print your certificate, and bring it to the testing center, or email it to [email protected]
Step 2:
Choose your TSIA 2.0 option
A. Schedule in person/on campus TSIA 2.0:
www.registerblast.com/galvestonc
- Choose TSIA 2.0
- Choose the TSIA 2.0 test* you need.
- Select your test date and time.
- Pay the TSIA fee:
Complete test- $29.00
Per section- $10.00
*if you do not know what section(s) you need to take, please meet with an advisor before testing*
OR
B. Remote TSIA2 from Home (Request a voucher) www.registerblast.com/galvestonc
- Choose TSIA 2.0
- REMOTE TSIA2- TSI From Home.
$11.50 fee due at the time you order.
You will receive your voucher & instructions for scheduling within 24 business hours. There is a nonrefundable fee for the online proctor paid at the time of scheduling.
Step 3:
Test Day
What to Bring:
- Photo ID*
- Pre-Assessment Certificate
first time testers
The full TSIA 2.0 takes about four hours to complete, you make take breaks between sections.
Take your TSIA2 test
*All students will be required to show valid, current, photo ID.*
| Section | College Ready Score |
| Math | 950+ or |
| <949 AND diagnostic 6+ | |
| ELAR | 945+ or |
| <944 AND diagnostic 5+ | |
| Essay |
5+ AND college ready ELAR |
Interpreting your TSIA 2.0 Scores
TSIA prior to Jan. 11,2021:
| Section | College Ready Score |
| Math | 350+ |
| Reading | 351+ |
| Writing Essay |
340+ AND |
TSIA Writing/Essay scores cannot be
combined with TSIA 2.0 ELAR scores.
The TSI test is required for all incoming GC students unless you are exempt.
GC uses your TSI scores to help you find courses that are best for your academic success.
You can schedule an appointment any time the Testing Center is open.
Fall & Spring Semesters:
Monday – Tuesday: 8 am to 7 pm
Wednesday - Friday: 8 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 8 am to noon (when classes are in session)
Summer Semester:
Monday – Thursday: 7:30 am to 6 pm
Schedule at: www.registerblast.com/galvestonc
The TSIA 2.0 has two main sections:
English Language Arts (ELAR) and Math.
The ELAR has both multiple choice & essay portions.
The Math has only multiple choice questions.
The entire TSI is administered on the computer. The TSIA 2.0 is an adaptive exam, which means test questions are based on your response to the previous question. Questions will either increase or decrease in difficulty depending on how you respond. Once you answer a question, you may not go back to change an answer. You may also be given an additional diagnostic exam in a particular subject to provide more detailed placement information.
You cannot pass or fail the TSI test, based on the scores you'll be enrolled in:
- college level courses that match your skill level
- college readiness courses to improve your skills and prepare you for success in college level courses
- Photo ID
- Pre-Assessment Certificate
- Receipt
Yes, you may retest on any section of the TSI at any time.
If you want to register today, take your unofficial score report to Admissions and go see your advisor to choose your courses.
Other Tests Offered
Questions regarding admissions requirements or retesting?
Contact the Nursing Deptartment.
Galveston College students may be required by their instructor to come to the Testing Center for make-up, retake, or complete certain classroom exams.
To schedule your course exam:
1. Sign in to Canvas
2. Open the Course
3. In the left hand navigation menu, click
"Testing Center Online Scheduling"
As an official CLEP Testing Center we administers all CLEP exams. Exams below are
accepted for credit at Galveston College according to the Admissions policies.
Appointments and Payment
Step 1: $87 CLEP fee- This payment is separate from proctor fee(s). You will be required to bring your printed CLEP Ticket with you on exam day.
Step 2: CLEP Exams are given by appointment.
SCHEDULE CLEP IN THE TESTING CENTER
Step 3: Test Day- $15 proctor fee (non-transferable/non-refundable) due to Galveston College Business Office M-222.
Report to the Testing Center at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment time; bring your CLEP Ticket, valid Photo ID, and receipt. CLEP examinees will need to abide by all Test Center Policies.
CLEP Student ID Form (minors without a government-issued ID)
Score Reports and Transcripts: Upon Completion of the exam, most unofficial score reports are immediately available; you may be provided one by the exam administrator. The official score report will go to the pre-designated address within three weeks.
*Galveston College cannot provide CLEP transcripts.
Galveston College administers all TCEQ Computer Based Tests. Before scheduling an appointment, please be sure your exam is offered at computer-based testing locations.
You must first be approved by TCEQ before registering for this exam. Contact TCEQ for approval inquiries: 512‐239‐1000
Apply for TCEQ testing with TCEQ: CBT application
Renewal of TCEQ license: License Renewal
TCEQ exams are by appointment only during all hours of operation:
TCEQ on test day: Examinees need to report to the center at least 15 minutes prior to their appointment time.
Bring your current Texas driver’s license, and receipt for payment of the $50.00 non‐refundable,
non‐transferable proctoring fee payable at Galveston College Business Office M-222.*
All Testing Center Policies apply.
As a courtesy to the community, we proctor correspondence tests from other colleges and universities whenever possible. There is a $25.00 proctoring fee* for correspondence testing. Correspondence exams are administered by appointment only.
It is the responsibility of the examinee to contact their college/university to arrange for exams to be sent directly to the Testing Center.
*Proctoring fees can be paid at the Business Office M-222 in person on exam day or by phone 409-944-1362*
Examinees will be subject to all Testing Center policies.
With prior approval from the Special Services Office, students with accommodations may take their exams with the Testing Center.
Students must have an approval letter on file with the Testing Center from the Special Services Office in which the services required are outlined for Testing Center.
Once you have made arrangements with your instructor, follow the steps below to schedule your exam appointment:
1. Sign in to Canvas
2. Open the Course
3. In the left hand navigation menu, click
"Testing Center Online Scheduling"
Questions? Contact Us.
Testing Center N-220
[email protected]
409-944-1290
409-944-1500