Admissions & Entrance Exams

The National American College Testing (ACT) is the same test given in many high schools. The most important aspect of this test is that it provides scores that are valid nationally, at any school that accepts ACT as an admission exam. It is available 6 times yearly, always on Saturdays. Students must register through ACT (by mail, phone, or online) approximately 5 weeks in advance of the test date.

Graduate Record Examination (GRE)

The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is a standardized exam that measures a candidate's aptitude for abstract thinking in analytical writing, mathematics, and vocabulary.

The GRE is often required for admission to graduate programs and business programs. It's also accepted by many law schools in the United States.

Standard Assessment Test (SAT)

The Standard Assessment Test (SAT) is an undergraduate admissions exam (like the ACT) that is accepted by most institutions and even required by some. While most Utah schools and many institutions in the West look first for ACT scores, the SAT is more commonly required by schools in California and the eastern part of the country. SAT Subject Test includes exams in 20 specific subject areas.

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)

The TOEFL test is an examination of basic English language reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension skills used as an admission criterion (undergraduate and graduate) for those whose native language is something other than English.

Nursing Exams

The HESI A2, a nursing entrance exam, is a test of basic academic skills in English language, math, & science, as well as an assessment of learning and personality styles. A five hour, computer-based exam, it is currently the preferred entrance exam for USU's Bachelor of Nursing Program.