Test Center

• WE CANNOT ACCOMMODATE DROP-IN TESTING 
• To schedule an exam, visit the Student AIM portal.
  
  • Under the "My Accommodations" tab on the left-hand side of the screen, select "Alternative Testing."
  • From there, you will find your class in the drop-down menu and select "Schedule an Exam."
• Step-by-Step Instructions can be found here:
  • PDF Instructions: How to Schedule an Exam in AIM 
  • Video Instructions: How to Schedule an Exam using AIM - YouTube Video
• If we have a question or see a conflict, we will contact you via your Winthrop e-mail account. Please make sure to check your email regularly, as this is our primary means of communication. 
• By submitting an exam request, you confirm that you have read and agree to all of the Test Center Guidelines listed on this page. 

• Students MUST schedule each exam at least one week (five (5) business days) in advance. This allows the Test Center staff ample time to check for seat availability, request the exam from the professor, and to receive any testing materials/instructions from the professor. 

• All students who do not submit exam appointment requests with adequate notice will be given one exception per semester. Test Center staff will work to administer your exam on short notice, as long as your professor has the exam/instructions to us before your appointment.
  • Any appointment requests submitted within 24 hours of an exam will be automatically denied.
  • Any future requests after the exception will be denied and the professor will be notified. If you have questions regarding the scheduling process, please contact the Test Center Operations Manager at testcenter@winthrop.edu.

• Exams must be scheduled for the same day and at the same time that the exam is given in class unless there is an academic-related scheduling conflict. 
• An example of an academic-related conflict is if the use of extended time for an accommodated exam interferes with back-to-back classes.
• Non-academic related obligations are not considered valid scheduling conflicts. If you have such a conflict, you are responsible for discussing this with your professor prior to scheduling your exam at a different time.
• Test Center staff will not provide excuses for missing class or work in order to complete an exam.

• If your exam is online and not proctored, the student is responsible for reminding the professor to set the exam for the appropriate extended time. (e.g., "Professor Smith, as per my accommodation letter, please set my online exam for 50% extended time.")

• If you are unable to take an exam as scheduled due to illness or other emergency, notify the Test Center staff and your professor as soon as possible. You and your professor must agree on arrangements for rescheduling your exam before Test Center staff will administer the exam.
• Students registered with the Office of Accessibility for testing accommodations may take their make-up exam at the Test Center ONLY if they were scheduled with us for the original exam date.
• If the student was not originally scheduled to take an exam at the OA Test Center, the student would need to work directly to their instructor regarding their make-up options.

• If your exam request is approved, you can make modifications in the AIM portal.
  • PDF Step-by-Step Instructions can be found here: How to Modify/Reschedule an Appointment Request in AIM
  • Video Step-by-Step Instructions can be found here: How to Schedule an Exam using AIM - YouTube Video
• If your exam request is still pending, email testcenter@winthrop.edu to request adjustments to your appointment.

The deadline for submitting requests for final exams for the Spring 2025 semester with the OA Test Center is MONDAY, APRIL 14th at 5PM.

• The University's Finals Week is scheduled for April 30 - May 6.
• The OA Test Center runs on a block schedule during finals week:
  • 8:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 3:00 PM 
  • If your instructor has a different time than these listed on their syllabus, please select the closest time block available.
• In order to coordinate all testing accommodations during Finals Week, the OA Test Center may need to move your final to the next closest available time slot.
• Typically, students will receive confirmation emails of their final exam dates/times/locations on (or prior to) Study Day (April 29, 2025).

Spring 2025 Final Exam Schedule: https://www.winthrop.edu/uploadedFiles/acadschedule/Exams-Spring.pdf.

• ONLY STUDENTS WITH TESTING APPOINTMENTS MAY ENTER THE TEST CENTER. 
  • The OA Test Center is a reduced-distraction environment. Unless you are checking-in for your appointment and are ready to begin your exam, should not be in the Test Center.
  • If you have any questions or concerns you will need to contact Test Center Staff at testcenter@winthrop.edu or call 803/323-3290 (option #3).
• Arrive on time. 
  • It is recommended you arrive 5-10 minutes prior to your exam beginning.
  • Your exam cannot not begin earlier than your scheduled appointment.
  • If you are late, those minutes will be deducted from your allotted time.
• Present your Winthrop ID prior to taking your exam. No exam will be administered without proper identification. NO EXCEPTIONS.
• Only bring permitted materials into the OA Test Center.
  • Any supplemental materials approved by your instructor will be notated on the white board outside of the OA Test Center. Please note that this list does not include any materials that are a part of an approved accommodation(s). 
    • Calculators must be of the type permitted by the instructor and may be inspected by Test Center staff prior to use. Calculators with internet capability are not permitted. The Test Center has a limited supply of basic calculators for student use.
    • You may only use notes if the instructor has notified the Test Center that they are allowed. All paper notes will be collected, attached to your completed exam, and forwarded to the instructor.
    • Scratch paper will be provided by the Test Center. Scratch paper will be collected, attached to your completed exam, and forwarded to the instructor.
    • Please bring your own writing utensils. The Test Center can provide standard pens and/or pencils for testing, if needed.
• Prohibited items include, but are not limited to: brimmed hats, coats, purses, backpacks, cell phones, smart watches, programmable calculators, fitness trackers, laptops, photographic/recording devices, or any other electronic devices. Possession of prohibited items or accessing unapproved resources at the testing station will result in the immediate termination of the exam and possible disciplinary action.
• Storage lockers are available to store your personal belongings while you are testing; however, space is limited. It is recommended that you limit the items you bring with you.
• No food and/or drink in the Test Center stations unless specified as an accommodation through the Office of Accessibility. Approved beverages must be in a spill-resistant bottle/container with NO ICE and snacks must be discreet.
• No firearms or other weapons. Winthrop University prohibits employees, students, and visitors from possessing any firearm or any components which can readily be assembled into a firearm unless otherwise authorized by law. Any violators will be subject to the appropriate legal and/or disciplinary action.
• Seating will be assigned by the Test Center proctor unless specified in an Office of Accessibility accommodation.
• No bathroom breaks. Typically, exams are to be taken in one sitting. We recommend you use the bathroom prior to your arrival at the Test Center. If you leave during your exam for any reason, the Test Center proctor will document your departure.
• Visitors are not allowed to accompany a student into the testing room. Unattended children are not permitted at any campus location.