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When entering college, students are required to meet established minimum standards on assessment tests in: math, reading, and writing.  \nThose students who do not meet these standards are required to enroll in developmental interventions to improve their academic skills and prepare them for college-level courses. The TSI Placement and Diagnostic tests are computer adaptive assessments, and the specific questions that appear on any given test administration varies based on each individual student’s performance on each item.  \nQuestions increase or decrease in difficulty level depending on how a student responds. The assessments are unmet; however, it is important for students to allow enough time to complete each test because the results are a key factor in determining the course or courses in which they can enroll. When students complete the assessment, a score report will be generated immediately.  \nRegistration Steps:  \n1. EXAM FEE: $12 for all 3 sections. ( $6 per section ) FIRST TIME FREE-COURTESY OF MART ENRICHMENT FOUNDATION GRANT  \n2. REPORTING TIME: September 19-PAA and Reading ( may start next section if time permits), September 20-Writing and Math  \n** Before you take the TSI Assessment, you must complete a Pre-Assessment Activity and send proof to lisa. byrd@mymartisd.org or print a copy.  \nTexas Success Initiative Exemptions  \n● Scored a 23 or higher on the ACT composite and a minimum of 19 on both the English and math tests;  \n● SAT administered March 2016 and later: Evidence-Based Reading and Writing ( EBRW) minimum score of 480 , Mathematics minimum score of 530 (no combined score needed);  \n● Veterans, active duty personnel, and a student who is serving as and, for at least 3 years  \npreceding enrollment, has served as a member of a reserve component of the U.S. armed services;  \n● Transfer from another institution having satisfactorily completed college-level coursework; or  \n● Enroll in a certificate program of one year or less (Level One certificates) at a public institution.  \nIf you think you may be exempt, please contact an advisor at your college. 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