TSI Testing

Texas Success Initiative - TSI

The TSI Assessment is a program designed to help your institution determine if you are ready for college-level course work in the general areas of language and mathematics. If you are an incoming college student in Texas, you are required to take the TSI Assessment unless you are already exempt (see below) to determine your readiness for college-level work. Based on how you perform, you may either be enrolled in a college-level course that matches your skill level or be placed in the appropriate developmental course or intervention to improve your skills and prepare you for success in college-level courses.

Students should contact the Advising Department to determine specific testing requirements, or click below to view testing exemptions and exceptions.

View TSI EXEMPTIONS AND EXCEPTIONS DOWNLOAD: ADVISING TSI 05.2023

 

What is the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA)? 

The Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) is a state required information session that provides students with the information they need before taking the TSIA2.

TSI Rule 4.55(b) requires all prospective students to complete the Pre-Assessment Activity and complete the PAA completion form prior to scheduling the TSI

You will need a laptop, computer, or tablet with a stable internet connection and audio capabilities to complete this assessment.

*This assessment may not work on your smartphone. We advise using a laptop, computer, or tablet. 

How do I complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA)? 

If you are required to take the TSI Assessment test, you must complete the TSI Pre-Assessment Activity prior to scheduling your TSI exam.

HOW TO COMPLETE THE PAA

  • To complete the TSI Pre-Assessment Activity, please visit the TSI Pre-Assessment website.  TSI PAA WEBSITE
  • You will need to create an account and then select the Texas Success Initiative 2.0 Pre-Assessment Activity (TSIA2 – PAA) link.
  • Please select Amarillo College as the campus where you plan to take the TSIA2.  If you don’t know your Student ID, leave it blank.

Once you have completed the TSI Pre-Assessment, please forward your completion certificate to testingservices@actx.edu.

Once your certificate has been sent, please call the Testing Center at (806) 371-5445 to schedule your TSI. 

How do I prepare for the TSI? 

For those who would like to prepare for themselves, the Amarillo College testing center offers study materials for both the math and ELAR portion of the TSI.

TSI Study Materials and Information

For those who would like FREE, one-on-one or group tutoring support with a professional or peer tutor, please visit Ware Academic Success Center or call (806) 371-5458 to schedule an appointment.

Let's Get Testing

After you've completed the PAA, call us at (806) 371-5445 to schedule the TSI exam. It is a computer-based assessment that is not timed (average time is 90 minutes to two hours per section).  

A valid, non-expired photo ID is required to test. 
The TSI is administered Monday-Thursday at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM.
TSI testing is also available on Friday and Saturday at 9:00 AM, and 10:00 AM. 

TSI Exam Prices:
  • MATH: $15
  • ELAR: $15

We accept Cash, Check, or Card. 

Off-Site Testing

Distance Education students may take the TSI exam at a college or university near them. For more information, or to set up and off site TSI, please contact Testing Services.

Contact the Testing Center at (806) 371-5445 to schedule your TSI exams.