Academic Services
LSSU Testing Services
Accommodated Testing
To be eligible for accommodated testing you must first register with Accessibility Services at or call 906-635-2355.
Finally, send your Letter of Accommodation (LOA) to
Our Private Rooms are fitted with a desk lamp, white noise machine, noise cancelling headphones and digital clock.
Our Main Testing Room (Reduced Distraction Room) is fitted with white noise machines, noise cancelling headphones, analog clocks and a periodic table display.
Makeup Exams
Students must first speak with their professors to have an excused absence such as for athletics or class trips as well as those who miss class due to illness or personal reasons.
Please note that the online form will not allow you to request an appointment time within 48 hours of the day you are scheduling.ย Meaning on a Monday the first available appointment will be Wednesday.
TEAS
TEAS Testing for Nursing Admission
Before you come to test, you will need to create a username and password on the www.atitesting.com website.
There is a fee of $75 to purchase the test. You may pay by cash or personal check made payable to: LSSU.
A picture ID is required to test. (driver’s license, state/military/tribal/school I.D.)
Please allow four (4) hours for testing.
Students may take the TEAS test up to three times during an application period.
CLEP
CLEP (College-Level Examination Program)
Credit my be earned for general education courses by passing CLEP subject examinations. It is highly suggested you speak with your advisor and/or the registrar’s office before registering for a CLEP exam.
Please visit:ย www.collegeboard.com/clepย for additional information on subject exams and to download a Study Guide.
A listing of approved CLEP general and subject examinations and acceptable minimum scores is shown on the link provided here.
Allow 90 minutes for testing time.
A picture ID is required to test. (driverโs license, state/military/tribal/school I.D.)
A separate administrative fee of $20 is collected at the time of the test upon check-in.ย
ALEKS PPL Math Placement
ALEKS PPL (Placement, Preparation, and Learning) is a math placement test that will confirm which math course you are most prepared for.
All incoming freshman are REQUIRED to take an ALEKS assessment. You are able to take the assessment 4 more times within a year to improve your score. There is 10 hour practice time allotted between each assessment taken.
Outside Proctoring
Departmental Exams
Departments may provide their own examinations for certain courses. Students must have the written approval of the appropriate department chair to take the examination. Download the Credit by Examination form (pdf).
The current charge is $50 per credit hour. An examination grade of 2.00 or better is required for credit to be earned.
Credit earned by exam is recorded as transfer credit on the studentโs transcript. Some universities may not accept transfer credit earned by departmental exam.
For additional information please contact the Registrar or the Testing Services Coordinator.
Advanced Placement Credit Programs (AP)
What is Advanced Placement?
The Advanced Placement Program is a nationally accredited testing program composed of college-level courses and exams for secondary school students. Lake Superior State University does offer credit to students whose Advanced Placement examination grades are considered acceptable.
Where can I find out about taking Advanced Placement courses and exams?
Your principal, department chair, teacher, counselor, or Advanced Placement coordinator can inform you about Advanced Placement course offerings at your school. You don’t have to take an Advanced Placement course to take an Advanced Placement exam, but to prepare you should be sure your study fits the appropriate Advanced Placement course description. Exams are offered in May, but earlier registration is necessary. Further information about Advanced Placement can be received by writing to:
Advanced Placement Program
P.O. Box 6671
Princeton, NJ 08541-6671
What grades do I need to have on my Advanced Placement exams to receive credit at LSSU?
The College Board grade of 3 or higher on an individual exam is required for a student to receive LSSU credit in accordance with the chart provided here.
What exams receive credit at LSSU?
If a score of 3-5 is achieved on any Advanced Placement exam listed on the chart, the student will receive the number of semester hours of credit specified on the chart after being granted unconditional admission to Lake Superior State University .
How do I get my Advanced Placement scores to LSSU?
You may be able to have your Advanced Placement exam scores sent to LSSU when you register to take an Advanced Placement exam, when you receive your score, or by writing to Advanced Placement Program.
May I transfer my Advanced Placement credits once they have been received at LSSU?
Advanced Placement scores are always kept on file by the College Board. Therefore, you can request them sent to another school if you decide to transfer. Granting credits for Advanced Placement exams is always the prerogative of the institution to which you transfer.
Where do I inquire at LSSU to determine if my Advanced Placement credits have been granted?
LSSU’s Admissions Office will help you determine if your test reports have been received at LSSU, and whether your scores were acceptable for credit. The Registrar’s Office will help you determine if the credit has been posted on your official record at LSSU, and exactly how much credit you will receive.
Directions/Map
Turn off of Ryan left into the Library parking lot, LOT J. Park anywhere in the lot and follow the brick walkway, past the outdoor blue Library directional kiosk. Enter the library building through the main doors and turn left and go down the hallway, following the signs posted and check in at LBR 234, which is on the left side of the hallway.
