TSIA2 Assessment

Testing Options

UT Dallas enrolled students have the options to take the Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2) virtually with Examity or at the UT Dallas Testing Center. Please see below for details on testing procedures. For Complete TSIA2 Assessment information, read the Student Information Brochure (pdf).

TSI Registration Process

You must complete all steps to confirm your TSIA2 Assessment Registration:

1. Verify your TSI status and which sections you will need to take with the TSI Coordinator. Email: tsi@utdallas.edu.
2. You must Complete the REQUIRED online Pre-Assessment Activity prior to taking the Assessment. (You will not be permitted to test without the completion of this informational activity. It explains important information about the TSIA2 Assessment and offers practice links to familiarize yourself with the test content.
   Note: You do not need to resubmit another Pre-Assessment Activity form if you are taking or re-taking additional assessments.
3. Go to Marketplace to pay for the TSIA2 Assessment.
4. Once you have completed your payment, you have the option to take the assessment virtually with Meazure Learning or in-person at the UT Dallas Testing Center.
   
   • Option 1: Taking the assessment virtually with Meazure Learning:
     • Step 1: Complete Payment at Marketplace
     • Step 2: A voucher will be generated for you by UT Dallas Testing Center within 24-48 business hours.
     • Step 3: You will receive an email from ACCUPLACER that contains the voucher code. This voucher code allows you to schedule an appointment and take your exam virtually with MEAZURE LEARNING. Vouchers are only sent to UTD email addresses. Please check junk/spam folders.
     • Step 4: Follow the instructions here on how to register for an appointment with Meazure Learning.
   • Option 2: Taking the assessment in-person at the UT Dallas Testing Center:
     • Step 1: Complete Payment at Marketplace
     • Step 2: You must reserve a seat at least 48 hours prior to taking the assessment in-person at the UT Dallas Testing Center

Fees

$12 per subject

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

College Readiness Cut Scores

• English Language Arts Reading – 945 and Essay of 5 or more
  -or-
  Less than 945 and a Diagnostic Level of 5 or more, and an Essay of 5 or more
• Math – 950
  -or-
  Less than 950 and Diagnostics Level of 6

Understanding how to interpret your TSIA2 scores (pdf)

Contact Us

For additional questions, please contact: infotestingcenter@utdallas.edu.