Standardized Testing – SAT, ACT, etc.

Standardized tests have rigid registration deadlines and might require you to register as much as six weeks in advance. Registration and study materials are available both online and in the McAuley Guidance Office. SAT Preparation Courses are available all over the state.

"The standardized tests, used by colleges in evaluating candidates, provide standards by which to compare candidates. Colleges, however, do not always place the same emphasis on these tests. Some colleges place little emphasis on standardized test results, and for other colleges, test scores play a greater role in the admissions process." -College Board

PSAT/NMSQT: Typically given to sophomores and juniors in October, this test parallels the SAT and provides an excellent practice for and understanding of what is expected on the SAT.

SAT Reasoning Test: This test measures developed verbal and mathematical reasoning abilities, as well as writing skills related to successful performance in college. It is intended to supplement the secondary school record.

SAT Subject Tests: These one-hour tests are designed to measure knowledge about a particular subject area.

ACT EXPLORE & PLAN Tests: McAuley administers EXPLORE during the freshman year and PLAN during the sophomore year. These tests parallel the ACT. They provide excellent practice for and understanding of what is expected on the ACT. They also provide students with skill and interest information.

ACT: Measures knowledge, understanding and skills in English, Mathematics and Scientific Reasoning and used by colleges to compare applicants.

TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): Measures your ability to use and understand the English language as it is read, written, heard, and spoken in the university classroom. 

ASVAB or Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery: This test is administered to all prospective recruits to help with training and career placement.