ALEKS MATH Assessment

UT Dallas uses the ALEKS Assessment to optimize the placement of all students in their first math course. The UT Dallas Testing Center provides in person proctoring of the ALEKS assessment to UT Dallas students. You must complete all steps to confirm your ALEKS Assessment Registration prior to taking the assessment at the UT Dallas Testing Center.

Prior to Testing

Step 1: Students MUST initial and pay $30 for access to the ALEKS Assessment. Click here to register and pay for the ALEKS assessment. Your will receive a payment receipt with a link to log into the ALEKS portal.

Step 2: Log into the link on your receipt with your UTD NetID and password and complete the initial un-proctored practice test.

IMPORTANT: You must complete the initial un-proctored attempt and must wait at least 48 hours (cooling off period) before being able to take the ALEKS proctored.

Step 3: Once the 48 hours (cooling off period) has passed (you can log into your ALEKS account and see the exact time your initial un-proctored exam ended.), you will be able to take the ALEKS proctored by selecting one of the testing options below.

Testing Options:

Students may use the online proctoring service Honorlock or test in person at the UT Dallas Testing Center.

1. Taking ALEKS online with Honorlock:
   • $14.99 per testing attempt
   • For detailed information regarding online proctoring with Honorlock please CLICK HERE
2. Taking ALEKS in-person at UT Dallas Testing Center - please follow and complete the instructions below:
   • $35 per testing attempt – click here to complete $35 payment at Marketplace
   • Make an appointment with the UT Dallas Testing Center - you must register for your ALEKS assessment at least 48 hours in advance via this link https://ets.utdallas.edu/testing-center
   • Arrive at the Testing Center on your scheduled date and time. The Testing Center is located at 3020 Waterview Pkwy, SP2 Suite 11.175.

On Testing Day

ID Requirement

You must bring a photo ID. Without proper ID you will be denied to take your exam.

• For UT Dallas students enrolled in classes: you must bring your Comet ID card to be admitted into the Testing Center.
• For UT Dallas students not enrolled in classes: one of the following are ACCEPTABLE forms of ID to be admitted into the Testing Center:
  • State ID
  • State Driver’s License or Learner’s permit
  • Other Govt. issued ID (Military ID, Passport, CHL, etc.)
  • School ID

Items Not Allowed

Digital lockers are available free of charge to secure your personal items before check-in. Items that are not allowed inside the Testing Room include, but are not limited to:

• No handheld calculators. ALEKS provides an online calculator for your use.
• No scratch paper or pencils. The Testing Center provides small erase boards and markers.
• No backpacks, bags, wallets, purses, all watches (including digital, analog, smart watches and Fitbits), bracelets, wrist-bands, keys, calculator covers
• No candy, chewing gum, tobacco products, E-cigarette, food or beverages of any kind
• No outer coats, jackets, sweaters, gloves, sunglasses, hats, beanies, wave caps, head scarves (except for cultural or religious purposes)
• No electronic devices: any phones, pagers, iPads, laptops, cameras, recording/listening/scanning or photographic devices etc.)