Standardized Testing

Standardized Testing at Chi-Hi

ACT
The ACT is a national college admission exam which assesses general educational development and the ability to complete college-level work. The test measures English, math, reading, and science. The Writing Test is optional. The ACT is not an aptitude or IQ test. The questions are directly related to what a student has learned/retained in the high school four skill areas.  All juniors in Wisconsin take the ACT for state assessment purposes. There is no fee for the student when taking the ACT as part of the state assessment. This usually takes place in March. If a student wishes to retest to improve their score they can do so on one of the national test dates. See act.org for more information.

PSAT
The PSAT or Preliminary Scholastic Aptitude Test, is offered in October. Some students may want to take the PSAT to practice taking a standardized college entrance test. Juniors with very high PSAT scores may qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Program. PSAT scores may be required for certain highly selective scholarships, so students with a high class rank or those who are good at taking standardized tests may be interested. Cost is approximately $20.00. Students register in Student Services in late September.

ASVAB
The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, or ASVAB, is offered on a weekday morning in December to interested juniors and seniors. The test is FREE and is conducted by military personnel at the school. Students considering military options after high school may want to take the ASVAB. In addition, the test includes a very good vocational component which many students use in the career development process.  Students register in Student Services in November/December.

Other Testing

SAT
The SAT assesses college readiness of high school students (typically juniors or seniors), and may be used by colleges and universities to make admission decisions. The SAT is a computer-based test consisting of two sections: Reading and Writing, and Math. The test takes over two hours to complete. Because the SAT is not offered locally, the nearest test centers are in La Crosse, Wisconsin Rapids, and Minnesota locations. Most colleges view the ACT and SAT interchangeably. 
SAT Test Center Search

UW System Placement Testing
Most undergraduate students are required to complete a placement tests in English and math before enrolling in courses at Universities of Wisconsin campuses. Placement tests in world languages are also offered.

Accuplacer
The Accuplacer is an untimed, computerized assessment that evaluates academic skills and program readiness at Chippewa Valley Technical College (CVTC). Depending on the program, it may also be used as part of the admissions process.
Accuplacer Study Materials