The Testing Center administers a variety of services to support student success.
- All testing services require a valid government issued picture ID.
- Testing requires a distraction-free environment; food, beverages, cellphones or other technology devices, perfumes, and guests (including children) are not allowed in the testing area.
After completing the admission process, the next step is to take the placement test. If you are a transfer student or have taken the ACCUPLACER, ACT, SAT or MCA tests, please review the Placement Test Waiver Request to see if you might be eligible for a testing exemption.
The testing center provides instructor make-up and online exams for current students and individuals attending other Minnesota State institutions with no charge. We proctor exams for individuals from non-Minnesota State institutions and other agencies for a $35 fee.
NHCC is a testing site for the GED Program. The test is computer based and timed specific to each test battery. Registration to schedule a test appointment is through MyGED.
The CLEP test is a national program that allows students who have successfully completed challenging courses or relevant life/work experience to demonstrate knowledge of college-level subjects that could earn college credit.
TEAS is a timed, multiple choice exam evaluating your knowledge (particularly in areas like the Sciences) including but not limited to: Anatomy and Physiology, Life Science, Chemistry, Math, English and Language Usage, and Reading Comprehension. The exam is computer-based, and the NHCC Testing Center is a MANE testing site. All scheduling is done through the ATI website.
The Testing Center offers services to students who need reasonable accommodations for testing. Students who request these services will need a referral from Access Services.