Ability to Benefit

The tests are untimed. Students should allow at least an hour and a half for each test module (i.e. Reading, Arithmetic, and Writing average total time four and a half hours). Please arrive on time. Latecomers will not be admitted.

Students MUST show valid photo identification in order to test. Acceptable forms of ID are: unexpired Driver’s License or State ID, Passport, Military ID.

All electronic devices (i.e. cellphones, tablets and/or smart watches) are not permitted. Such devices must be completely turned off and put away until the test has ended. No food or beverages are permitted in the testing sessions, but are allowed during breaks in between test modules. Class notes/individual scrap paper are not allowed.

Any examinee who has a documented disability should contact Disability Support Services at respective campuses two weeks prior to registered testing date.

Students will receive test scores immediately after finishing the test:

• Students who don’t pass any of the three exams during initial testing are permitted to retest the exam(s) the test taker didn’t pass after 14 days from the date of the previous test administration What does my score mean?
• Request a copy of my score report

To ensure seating capacity individuals must register to take the Ability to Benefit test.  Walk-ins are not permitted.  Times are subject to change.  The Testing Centers follow all college policies regarding holidays and inclement weather.