The Core Academic Skills Assessment (Praxis I) is a Reading, Writing, and Math test that is required for admission to the program and for eventual licensure. To sign up, follow the steps directly below or see the attachment at the bottom of the page.

Core Academic Skills Assessment (Praxis I): This is a reading, writing, math test that is required for admission to our program and eventually for licensure. In order to register for the test please follow the steps below:

1. Go to www.ets.org
2. Click on The Praxis Series
3. Click on the Register for a Test quick link on the left hand side
4. In the middle of the page you will see a link that says register online now (set up an account and go through the registration process)
   1. Test Name: Core Academic Skills for Educators: Combined Test (5752)
      1. You can choose to take each test separately (reading, writing, math) but it will cost more
   2. There will be one area where you need to select Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB) (there are two options in this area- just make sure to choose ESPB)
   3. Make sure that you send test results to Mayville State University- if you don’t send at the time of registration it will cost you additional later.

 When should I take the CORE Academic Skills Test? 

• Students typically register for the CORE test during EDUC 250 Intro to Education.  The test needs to be passed for admission to the program. 

What scores do I need in order to pass the CORE Academic Skills Tests? 

• Beginning September 1, 2018 students can pass the test by meeting one of the following options: 
  • Passing scores on all three exams: 
    • 156 for Reading
    • 160 for Writing
    • 150 for Math
  • Meet a composite score of 466 with no score dropping below the minimum scores listed below:
    • 149 for Reading
    • 153 for Writing
    • 143 for Math 

Praxis Score Examples: 

 **Student A passed the test.  They met 1 of the ND cut scores and both minimum required scores for math and writing with a composite score of 466 or higher. 

 **Student B did NOT pass the test.  They met 2 of the ND cut scores and with a composite score of 466 or higher but they did not meet the minimum score required for math. 

 **Student C did NOT pass the test.  They met 2 of the ND cut scores and the minimum required scores for writing but they did not meet a composite score of 466 or higher. 

What is the Praxis II & PLT? 

• The Praxis II Content Test and the Principles of Learning and Teaching (PLT) tests are required to be taken prior to graduation and must be passed prior to licensure. 
• Students typically take the tests just before or during the the student teaching semester.  Please note that if you take the test during student teaching you should register on a weekend or day when you are off of school.  
• Please visit the following site to find test codes. https://www.ets.org/praxis/nd/test-takers/plan-your-test/licensure-requirements.html 

How long does it take to get results? 

• Test results are for the reading, math and Praxis II content tests are shown on the computer screen immediately following the test.  Official results for those tests and results for the PLT and writing tests are sent to the students ETS account within 2-4 weeks of the test date.  Mayville State University typically receives results a few days after the student receives them.  

How do I study for the exam? 

• There are many ways to study for the Praxis.  Information is available through the MSU library (https://mayvillestate.libguides.com/education/praxis)(https://www.mayvillestate.edu/student-resources/library/multimedia-resources/), the ETS website (https://www.ets.org/praxis/site/test-takers/resources/prep-materials.html), or for purchase on different online sites. In the links below and the documents at the bottom of the page you will find helpful study materials. 
• Please click on the video link at the bottom of the screen to view an instructional video on how to gain access to the study materials.  Here is a link to a great resource: https://www.learningexpresshub.com/productengine/LELIndex.html#/prepstepacademic/libraryhome 
  
  

• Math (5733) Study Companion: https://www.ets.org/praxis/site/test-takers/resources/prep-materials.html?examId=5733 
  Reading (5713) Study Companion: https://www.ets.org/praxis/site/test-takers/resources/prep-materials.html?examId=5713
  Writing (5723) Study Companion: https://www.ets.org/praxis/site/test-takers/resources/prep-materials.html?examId=5723

Are there options to help pay for the tests? 

• ETS offers a fee waiver for eligible students.  To complete the form please follow this link:  https://www.ets.org/praxis/site/test-takers/register/fee-waivers.html