All students (unless exempt) must have TASP, THEA, COMPASS, or ASSET test scores on file prior to registration. Test scores are used to place students in appropriate courses; they are not used to deny admission.
Test early to allow time for test scores to be received and advising to be completed prior to registration. days and times are subject to change.
THEA QuickTest (QT)
Register at the Enrollment Services Center - results in 7-10 days.
• Advanced registration required.
• Test Fees
Registration Fee....... $10 - to reserve your seat
Scoring Fee...............$29 - due on the test date (no cash accepted)
Time Dates
8:00 am Jan 25
8:00 am Feb 1, 8, 15, 22
8:00 am Mar 1, 8, 22,29
8:00 am April 12, 19, 26
8:00 am May 3, 10, 17, 24
8:00 am June 7, 14, 21, 28
Additional test dates are available; call for test schedule at 281-756-3531.
COMPASS TEST
• Advanced registration required
• Register at Enrollment Services Center
• Taken on a computer - takes about 3 hours - results immediate
• Test Fee - $39
• Pay test fee in the Business Office then register at the Enrollment Services Center (ESC)
Time Dates
5:00 pm Jan 4, 5, 11, 12
5:00 pm Feb 1, 8, 15, 22
5:00 pm Mar 1, 8, 22, 29
5:00 pm April 12, 19, 26
5:00 pm May 3, 10, 17, 24
5:00 pm June 7, 14, 21, 28
Students must wait 30 days to retake the ACCUPLACER or THEA Quick test
THEA - Texas Higher Education Assessment
(Registration by email at http://www.nesinc.com results in 21 days)
• The THEA test is given at ACC and other test sites throughout the state.
• Advanced registration required.
• THEA Fees Regular registration ............... $29
Late registration .................. $49
Emergency registration ............. $69
Computer-administered testing ....... $85 (See THEA CAT Bulletin- available in the Enrollment Services Center (ESC))
Test Dates
July 25
Contact Information
Testing Center
Building A, Room 138
Phone: 281.756.3526 or 281.756.3531
Fax: 281.756.3843
Email: info@alvincollege.edu
