Testing Office
This page provides information on the various testing services offered at the University of West Florida. Hours and appointment availability will vary with each testing service. Information about how to schedule each exam is listed below. Contact testing@uwf.edu if you have additional questions.
CLEP is the most widely accepted credit-by-examination program in the country. The CLEP examinations are offered by the College Board, a non-profit membership organization that provides tests and other educational services for students, schools, and colleges. The heart of CLEP is a series of examinations, each 90 or 120 minutes long, that allow you to demonstrate your knowledge in a wide range of subjects. You can choose from 34 different examinations. The CLEP exams are administered via computer throughout the year.
Students desiring to apply CLEP credit toward a UWF degree should first meet with an Academic Advisor and verify eligibility to earn possible UWF credit prior to registering for an exam. You may view the credit awarded for CLEP in the Undergraduate Catalog. The test fee is $95.00 for each CLEP exam, plus a $25.00 UWF service fee per test date.
Note: Effective July 1, 2025, the new CLEP exam fee will be $97. The current $95 fee will still apply to all exams purchased through June 30, 2025.
Registration Steps
1. Complete the CLEP registration form.
2. The test fee is $95.00 for each CLEP exam which is paid directly to CLEP at the time of registration. Register for a CLEP Exam
3. Pay the $25 test administration fee by visiting the Cashier's Office or paying online.
4. Email your receipt to testing@uwf.edu.
5. On the day of the exam, bring the CLEP Registration Ticket and government-issued photo ID with you. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to allow for check-in procedures.
UWF is a fully-funded CLEP testing site. At fully funded testing sites, eligible participants, including active duty service members, eligible spouses, and some civil service employees, will not have any out-of-pocket expenses. The exam and administrative fees are funded by DANTES (one attempt per exam). For more information about eligibility and exam registration, please visit College Board.
Free CLEP Prep and Exam Opportunity
NOTE: UWF students should verify accelerated credit policies/limits with their academic advisor.
Students can prepare for CLEP exams by taking free online courses from Modern States Education Alliance, a non-profit dedicated to making high-quality college education free of cost and accessible to everyone.
Modern States offers 32 free online courses that prepare learners for taking CLEP exams. Learners who complete a Modern States course and practice questions receive a voucher to cover the cost of a CLEP exam (while funding lasts).
**UWF Students** Prior to taking this exam please speak with your academic advisor. Successful scoring on the exam indicates proficiency only to potentially satisfy the foreign language requirement. No college credit will be awarded.
Registration Steps
This exam is proctored in person only at UWF.
1. Complete the FLATS registration form.
2. You must register and pay the $50 exam fee at the Brigham Young University FLATS website.
3. Pay the $30 test administration fee by visiting the UWF Cashier's Office or paying online
4. Email your receipt to testing@uwf.edu.
5. Once scheduled, We will email instructions for your exam day/time procedures.
If you would like a remote proctored option, please visit BYU Proctor360.
The 2017 Florida Legislature amended Section 1007.25, Florida Statutes, to require students to demonstrate competency in civic literacy. Additional information can be found at uwf.edu/civicliteracy.
- You will have the opportunity to take the Florida Civic Literacy Exam in person at the UWF Pensacola campus OR remotely via another Florida university or college. There is no testing fee to take the exam in person at UWF. There is a testing fee to take the exam remotely based on the testing policies at the other institution.
- In-person exams will be offered on specific scheduled dates each semester and are capacity-limited. Students needing to schedule this exam to satisfy graduation requirements should register ASAP to ensure an available seat. If all registration dates are full and you have applied to graduate this semester, please contact us at testing@uwf.edu for further assistance.
- Prior to taking this exam please speak with your academic advisor to ensure the test is necessary to satisfy your Florida Civic Literacy graduation requirement.
- On the day of the exam, you will need to bring your Nautilus Card or a government-issued ID for identification verification. Please note that if using a government-issued ID, your name and date of birth must match what is on your UWF academic record to confirm your student identification number (SID). Your Nautilus Card is preferred for a faster check-in process.
Registration
1. You must register for this exam using the FCLE Registration Form to select from the available exam options.
- Note Regarding Exam Accommodations: If you are registered with Student Accessibility Resources (SAR) and have approved testing accommodations (extended time, reduced distraction, etc.), you must still complete the FCLE Registration Form. Please note that a copy of your current semester's approved Letter of Accommodation must be submitted to testing@uwf.edu, five business days before your test date.
2. Like any exam, you should prepare for the FCLE to improve your chances of meeting the requirement on your first attempt. The test confirmation email will include how to access test preparation materials.
>The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), Version 7, is used as part of the admissions process by UWF's Dr. D.W. McMillan BSN Nursing program.
This exam is open to current UWF students or prospective students applying for admission to a UWF School of Nursing program. The TEAS test is a four-part assessment with subtests in Reading, Mathematics, Science, and English and Language Usage. The total testing time is 3 hours and 29 minutes, however, the appointment length is 4 hours to allow time for check-in procedures and instructions.
Registration Steps
- You must complete the TEAS In Person Registration Form and pay the $40 test administration fee by visiting the Cashier's Office or paying online.
- Email your receipt to testing@uwf.edu with your phone number and a staff member will reach out to schedule your appointment. You must contact us at least 24 hours prior to your test to reschedule or forfeit your test administration fee and there will be an additional $20 fee when you reschedule.
- On the day of the exam, bring your government-issued photo ID with you. Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment to allow for check-in procedures.
Remote Proctoring
This exam can be proctored remotely for an additional $5 fee paid directly to ATI. You will be responsible for having access to appropriate technology and an appropriate testing environment if the remote proctoring option is selected.
Please review the Student Quick Start Guide and Student Orientation Video for further information about the remote proctoring requirements.
Registration Steps
- If you are prepared to take this exam, please proceed with completing the Remote Proctoring Registration Form and pay the $40 test administration fee by visiting the Cashier's Office or paying online
- Email your receipt to testing@uwf.edu with your phone number and a staff member will reach out to schedule your appointment. You must contact us at least 24 hours prior to your test to reschedule or forfeit your test administration fee and there will be an additional $20 fee when you reschedule.
- Follow additional instructions provided by the testing office to set up a dry run prior to your scheduled assessment.
National Testing Dates
ACT and SAT scores are used for college admissions decisions and awarding merit-based scholarships. Review each website for further information.
UWF administers the ACT Test on the following dates. Check the requirements of the schools you are considering before you decide which tests to take. More specific information about the test and registration requirements can be found online at the ACT website.
| Test Date | Regular Registration Deadline | Late Registration Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| September 6, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | August 19, 2025 |
| February 14, 2026 | January 9, 2026 | January 23, 2026 |
| April 11, 2026 | March 6, 2026 | March 24, 2026 |
UWF administers the SAT Test on the following dates. Check the requirements of the schools you are considering before you decide which tests to take. More specific information about the test and registration requirements can be found online at the College Board website.
College Board website SAT Study plan
| Testing Date | Registration Deadline | Deadline for Changes, Cancellations, and Late Registration |
|---|---|---|
| June 6, 2026 | May 22, 2026 | May 26, 2026 |
Accommodated exams are processed and proctored through Student Accessibility Resources.
Contact that office for questions or if you need additional information.
