The Testing Office offers a wide variety of optional and required exams. Each exam
is designed to help students find what classes they are most prepared to register
for. In some cases, taking an exam can help students test in or out of certain courses
and hasten their degree progress.
If you're scheduled to enroll in classes at SJSU and have previous knowledge in a
certain subject, you can petition to test out of the course through Credit By Examination.
Our Writing Skills Test will help determine what level English course you are required
to take. Currently, due to COVID-19 restrictions, the University has instituted an
alternative to the WST.
The California Government waiver exam is entirely optional. However, it can help students
clear lower division GE requirements, advance more quickly towards their degree, or
satisfy program admission criteria.
The Precalculus Proficiency Assessment (PPA) is one way that students can show that
they are ready to take on advanced math courses. Not all students are required to
take the PPA, as it depends on your degree path and previous coursework.
If you are unable to complete an exam during regular office hours, we can help. We
assist instructors and students by providing additional flexibility and options for
makeup exams.
