Testing Center
TSIA2
The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) was mandated by Texas law in 2003. In 2021 the name was changed to TSIA2. The pupose of the accessment is ensure that all students enrolling in public higher education in Texas possess the academic skills needed to perform effectively in college-level coursework for undergraduate certificate or degree programs. the TSIA2 includes a testing component designed to identify and provice diagnostic information about the reading, writing and mathematics skills of each student.
TSI scores or exemption are required for enrollment to TVCC. Submit TSI scores to Student Records with your application, transcripts, and other required documentation.
College Ready Scores
Language (ELAR)
Above 945 / 5 on Essay OR Below 945 / Diagnostic Level 5-6 / 5 on Essay
Math
Above 950 OR Below 950 / Diagnostic Level 6
Students who complete the TSIA2 assessment and meet the minimum benchmarks in effect on the date of testing will be designated as TSIA2 complete in that area. These scores will remain valid for course placement for a period of five years from the date of testing.
Students who do not receive the minimum required score are required to enroll in developmental courses or participate in other activities designed to assist the students in overcoming the academic deficiencies identified by this assessment.
Exemptions
Not sure if you are exempt from taking the TSIA2? See if you qualify for our exemption requirements.
Blocked Courses
If you are a high school graduate or have a GED, some academic courses are blocked based on Texas Success Initiative (TSI) requirements. Generally, a student must pass the appropriate section on the approved TSI test, TSI Assessment, or complete the required developmental course sequence to have course blocks removed from his/her degree plan.
Dual-Credit students are not allowed to take developmental courses and must adhere to dual-credit guidelines.
View the list of blocked courses.
Prerequisites
All TSI testers must complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) prior to registering for the TSI exam. You will need to create a profile in ACCUPLACER first, then you will be given the option to take the Pre-Assessment Activity.
Steps
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- Under, "Choose a Practice Test," select the 3rd option titled, "Texas Student? Start Here."
- Select, "Trinity Valley Community College," as your testing location.
Fees (Non-Refundable)
| Entire Test (Math, ELAR, Essay) | $38.50 |
| Per Section | $23.50 |
*Payment due when you schedule
Testing Options
In-Person (Appointment Only)
Available on the TVCC Athens, Palestine, or Terrell Main I-20 campuses.
Remote (Additional Fee)
Test from the comfort of your own home. 7 days a week, 24 hours a day, excluding Sundays at 7pm-12am EST. Results will take 24 to 48 business hours to process. To proceed, you will need to:
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- Use a Windows or Mac / desktop or laptop with the Google Chrome browser. Cell phones and Chromebooks will not work.
- Check that both your download and upload speeds exceed 3 Mbps.
- Verify your system requirements.
We use a third party proctoring service approved by ACCUPLACER called ProctorU/Meazure Learning. You will receive a voucher in a separate email from ACCUPLACER with instructions to create a ProctorU account, to schedule, and to pay for your remote TSI proctoring. If this voucher expires, you will need to purchase a new one.
Accommodations
If you receive accommodations (IEP or 504 plan) and plan to use them for your TSI exam, you will first need to submit your paperwork before scheduling your exam. You can call Mandi Munden at 903-675-6255.
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The TSI is untimed and takes approximately 3 to 5 hours to complete. Please plan accordingly.
Requirements
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- Upload your Certificate of Completion from your Pre-Assembly Activity (PAA) when you schedule your exam.
- Select 1 of the 3 campuses you will be testing on: Athens, Palestine, or Terrell Main I-20.
- Original, Unexpired Photo ID, or a completed Student ID Form.
Effective July 1, 2024
ProctorU/MEAZURE LEARNING is a third-party proctoring service that allows individuals to test at an alternate location rather than utilizing a TVCC testing center. This service is provided for an additional proctoring fee to testers to be assessed each time a student takes or retakes the exam. Individuals opting to take the TSIA2 test with ProctorU/MEAZURE LEARNING are subject to the rules and guidelines established by ACCUPLACER and ProctorU/MEAZURE LEARNING and will also adhere to TVCC’s student code of conduct which details academic dishonesty, deception, and false representation.
Testing sessions receiving a "red flag notification" from remote testing will result in immediate invalidation of test scores and will require retesting.