Educational Technology Services

Testing Center Student Guidelines

STUDENTS CLICK HERE
TO REGISTER FOR YOUR EXAM

  • Location

    Address: 3020 Waterview Parkway
    SP2 First Floor, Suite 11.175
    Richardson, TX 75080

    Campus Locator

    UT Dallas Testing Center The UT Dallas Testing Center is located on the First Floor of the SP2 Building next to the UT Southwestern Medical Center.

    Contact

    Phone: (972) 883-2460
    Fax: (972) 883 – 3910
    Email: infotestingcenter@utdallas.edu

  • There is free parking all along Stewart Drive and there are colored spaces in front of the Testing Center. Additional parking and a main entrance are also located at the back of the building. Faculty and students should park at the back of the building as there can be limited parking available at the front of the building. If you are needing a visitor’s parking pass, please give yourself plenty of time to get a pass and find a parking spot prior to your appointment. For more information, go to utdallas.edu/services/transit/park/#visitor.

  • Scheduling an Exam Online

    • Check your syllabus and/or your instructor will tell you where and what dates are available to take your exams.
    • If your exam is scheduled at the Testing Center, you must reserve your seat online through RegisterBlast (exam scheduling tool) no later than 48 hours prior to the exam time. i.e., if you are taking an exam on Monday, May 23rd @ 1:00 P.M., you should have completed your registration before/by Saturday, May 21st @ 12:59 P.M.
    • If you try registering after the 48-hour cutoff deadline, instead of being able to select a time to test you will only see the error message “All Times are Full”.
    • You cannot schedule more than one exam for one course on the same day. You can schedule exams for multiple courses on one day.
    • WE DO NOT ALLOW WALK-IN APPOINTMENTS, NO EXCEPTIONS. So, please plan ahead and register for your exam early and in advance. If you do not have an appointment you will need to contact your professor directly to make other testing arrangements.

    Rescheduling

    • You will not be able to cancel or reschedule your appointment online less than 48 hours prior to your scheduled exam time (cancellation and rescheduling closes after the 48-hour cutoff deadline).
    • If you have made an appointment and wish to cancel or reschedule it after the 48-hour cut off deadline, contact 972-883-2460 or infotestingcenter@utdallas.edu
    • Cancelling or rescheduling your exam registration the day of your exam prevents other students from getting a seat to test, as space is limited. Please be considerate and cancel/reschedule ahead of time when possible.

    How to Register/Reserve a Seat for an Exam through RegisterBlast

    1. Step 1: Visit https://ets.utdallas.edu/testing-center and click on the red button at the top right-hand corner
    2. Step 2: Once prompted, log-in using your UTD NetID and password
    3. Step 3: From the drop-down menu, select the school/department that your exam is associated with.
    4. Step 4: From the drop-down menu, select your exam (be sure to read carefully and select the correct exam as some exams are identical)
    5. Step 5: Choose an available testing date from the calendar
    6. Step 6: Select an available testing time
    7. Step 7: Provide all required information:
      • First and Last name - provide your legal name (do not use nick name).
      • Email address – provide your NetID UTD email address; do not use your personal email as all notifications will be sent to your UT Dallas email
      • Text Notification – provide your phone number to receive text notifications for your appointment (optional)
    8. Step 8: Carefully read the Exam Guideline Acknowledgement in the scroll box
    9. Step 9: Check the box under the scroll box to acknowledge the guidelines
    10. Step 10: Complete the Needed Information
    11. Step 11: Click Add to Cart. If you have additional exams to register for, click +Another Exam, and repeat the previous process
    12. Step 12: If you have completed all necessary registrations, click Ready to Checkout
    13. Step 13: Select Complete Registration

    Once you have clicked Complete Registration, your confirmation email will appear on the screen, you may print a copy for your records (not required).

    Upon a successful transaction, you will receive an immediate email confirmation receipt. You can have this receipt with you at the time of testing showing you schedule (not required).

    If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Testing Center at (972) 883-2460, or through email at infotestingcenter@utdallas.edu.

  • How to Reschedule Your Exam

    1. Log into https://www.registerblast.com/utdallas/Exam/List, click the My Exams or My History tab at the top of this page.
    2. Enter the email address you used to initially schedule your exam.
    3. Click the Continue button underneath the email field.
    4. In a few minutes, you'll receive an email link which is valid for 90 minutes.
    5. Click the link from the email received.
    6. A new window will open with your registration history.
    7. Click the Reschedule link.
    8. A calendar will appear with the available dates for rescheduling purposes.
    9. Click the date and time to reschedule.
    10. After you have completed the step above, you will receive a confirmation email notifying you of the new test date.

    How to Cancel Your Exam

    1. Log into https://www.registerblast.com/utdallas/Exam/List, click the My Exams or My History tab at the top of this page.
    2. Enter the email address you used to originally schedule your exam.
    3. Click the Continue button underneath the email field.
    4. You will receive an email from support@registerblast.com.
    5. Click the link inside the email.
    6. A My Exam History page will open. Find your exam and click the Cancel link.
    7. Click "Yes, cancel my registration" if you are sure you want to cancel. Or "Keep current registration" if you do not want to cancel your exam.

  • Check-in is done in the Testing Center Entrance Room SP2 11.175.

    We recommend arriving on time or 15 minutes early prior to your appointment time to allow time to lock away your personal belongings and take care of any personal needs. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late to your test appointment, you may not be admitted.

    Digital lockers are available free of charge outside of the front office. Once all prohibited items are locked away you may get in line with your physical Comet Card, a locker card (if using a Testing Center locker), and any exam materials permitted by your professor.

    Please remember, you must check-in with the full testing time within your professor’s approved exam window. If you are not permitted to check-in/test due to your late arrival, you will need to either reschedule or contact your professor directly to discuss other testing options.

  • Your Comet Card ID is the official UT Dallas student ID. It will be the ONLY form of ID accepted by the UTD Testing Center. NO other forms of ID will be accepted. You will be DENIED access without a PHYSICAL Comet Card. If you do not have a Comet Card, you must obtain one prior to your exam.

    Visit the Comet Card Office in the Student Services Addition, SSA 12.324.

  • Closing times are strictly enforced, we do not stay open past the scheduled closing time. All exams should be completed 15 minutes prior to closing time, so please plan ahead, arrive on time, and allow enough time to complete your exam.

    Important: Should you attempt to check-in for an exam that will end after the Testing Center’s closing time (allotted exam duration exceeds the Testing Center’s closing time), you will be turned away and will not be checked in to begin your exam.

  • We recommend you keep any unneeded belongings locked in your vehicle or home. You may use the digital lockers available free of charge to secure your personal items before check-in.

    Please note: Testing Center is not responsible for any misplaced, damaged, missing, or stolen items. If you are using one of the Testing Center lockers, please do not leave your locker unlocked or leave items unattended in our testing lobby.

    Please note: NO SHOES, NO SHIRT, NO SERVICE.

    The following items are NOT ALLOWED inside the Testing Room include, but are not limited:

    • Backpacks, bags, purses, wallets, badge holders
    • Bracelets/bangles, wristbands
    • Calculator covers, pencil cases or pouches
    • Candy, chewing gum, lip balm, food or beverages of any kind
    • Electronic devices: any phones, pagers, iPads, laptops, cameras, recording/listening/scanning/photographic devices
    • Firearms and weapons of any kind
    • Hats, beanies, head scarves
    • Hair scrunchies (must be worn on hair, not on your wrist), hair bands (hairband width cannot be more than 3”)
    • Handkerchiefs, Kleenex/tissues (Testing Center will provide if requested)
    • Keys, any watches (including digital, analog, smart watches, and Fitbits)
    • Large outerwear (jackets, coats etc.), hoodies/hooded shirts
    • Scarves, gloves, sunglasses
    • Scratch paper (will be provided upon request)
    • Tobacco products, Vapor, or E-Cigarettes

    * If you are wearing an item that should not be removed for cultural or religious purposes (such as a hijab, turban, Kara, etc.) please inform the staff upon check-in.

  • Our Testing Center allows a large variety of calculators, but bans a few calculators and features outright, these include:

    • Multiple calculators
      • Only ONE calculator per student. The use of multiple calculators is only permitted with approval directly from the professor to the Testing Center in their exam request form.
    • Laptops or other computers, tablets, cell phones, or smart phones
    • Smartwatches or wearable technology of any kind
    • Models that can access the internet, have wireless, Bluetooth, cellular, audio/video recording and playing, camera, or any other smart phone feature (e.g. touch screen)
    • Power cords or other cables
    • Models that use electrical outlets, make noise, or print
    • Sleeves, covers, cases, jackets or any other attachment
    • Models with dedicated letters or keyboards, pen-input, or stylus
      • Calculators with X, Y, and Z keys for quick variables are fine.
    • All TI-Nspire calculators
      • These are only permitted with approval directly from the professor to the Testing Center in their exam request form.
    • Respect others by remaining quiet during your exam.
    • If you have questions or concerns about the test environment or need assistance, please quietly notify the proctor.
    • You may not converse in the Testing Center with other students. You may engage in brief conversation only with the proctors or a staff member.
    • Digital clocks are clearly visible in the Testing Center. Students are responsible for tracking their own time while testing.
    • For computer-based exams you should remain seated and the proctor will put in the password to launch the exam for you.
    • When you have finished your test, follow your instructor’s directions for submitting online and/or bring all used materials to the check-out room, located in the back left of the testing room.
    • All notes, cheat-sheets and formula sheets used during your exam will be collected at check-out, unless stated otherwise by the professor in the exam request form.

  • Scheduling Your Exam Appointment

    • Your professor must first submit your exam request to the UT Dallas Testing Center
      Your professor will let you know your exam is available for registration
    • You are responsible for scheduling your exam appointment in RegisterBlast on the Testing Center website
      Appointments must be made at least 48 hours in advance
    • If you do not schedule an appointment in RegisterBlast, you will not be allowed to test
    • Have a copy of your accommodation letter with you each time you come to the Testing Center
      A copy of your letter on your phone is acceptable.

    Accomodation for Distraction-Reduced Testing

    • The Testing Center has a limited number of partitions available on first come, first served basis
      To reserve a partition, send your request to InfoTestingCenter@utdallas.edu
      Requests must be made at least 3 business days in advance and are subject to availability
    • Sitting in a quiet area of the Testing Room
      Inform the staff at check-in that you would prefer to be seated away from other students
      Please note, this may not be possible during busy times (such as midterms and finals weeks)
    • Earplugs
      While checking in for your exam, simply ask our staff for a pair of earplugs

    Accomodation for Extended Time on Exams

    • Online Exams – Your professor will add your additional exam time in eLearning
      Before starting your exam, check your amount of time on the screen
      If your time is incorrect, do not click start! Notify a proctor immediately
    • Paper Exams – Your professor will make a note of your additional time on their exam submission
      Confirm your additional time with a staff member while checking in for your appointment
    • Scheduling an Exam Appointment with Extended Time
      All exams, regardless of time, must be completed by the Testing Center’s closing time
      Schedule your appointment with enough time to accommodate your entire extended time
      If your exam time will run past our closing time, you will not be admitted to test

    Accomodation to Bring a Drink or Food into the Testing Room

    • Bring your drink or food item to the Testing Center in a clear plastic bag
      During check-in, you may be asked to show a copy of your Accommodation Letter

    Accommodation to Bring a Medical Device into the Testing Room

    • Any student who regularly uses a medical device (such as an insulin pump or Epi Pen) may bring those devices into the Testing Room during their exam
      Students who have an accommodation for other medically necessary items should bring a copy of their Accommodation letter with them to check in

    Other Approved Accomodations

    • If you have an approved accommodation not listed here, please bring a copy of your accommodation letter with you to the Testing Center