Testing Options:

In-Person

• NO, not required for fully online courses (students can choose to test in person if unable to test from home but must notify instructor first)
• YES, for Hybrid courses (limited to 2 exams per course, per semester)
• YES, for face-to-face (instructor approved make-ups and students with accommodations ONLY)

Virtual/Remote?

• Contact Instructor for options

Exam Details/Instructions on how to Schedule

• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• Students must contact the instructor to ensure exam will be sent to the Testing Center prior to exam appointment.
• Make-up exams do not count against the 2-exam max per hybrid course.
• Testing for in-person classes is limited to students with testing accommodations and approved make-up exams for select students.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• The cost is $25. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam. Payment can also be made in person on the day of your exam.
• NOTE: this exam can only be taken ONCE. Re-takes are not allowed.
• Review the Avant Rules prior to your exam for more information. 
• Review the Avant Sample Test to prepare for your exam.

Virtual/Remote

• Review the Avant Technology Guide to make sure your PC/Laptop meets the technology requirements.
• The cost is $25. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam.
• Forward your receipt to the Testing Center via email: cyfair.testingcenter@lonestar.edu
• The Testing Center will respond within 1-3 business days with a link and instructions on how to schedule with the Remote Proctoring company. NOTE: the company will charge a $20 proctor fee which is separate from the exam fee paid to LSC.
• NOTE: this exam can only be taken ONCE. Re-takes are not allowed.
• Review the Avant Rules prior to your exam for more information. 
• Review the Avant Sample Test to prepare for your exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• The challenge exam that we offer is for EMS students only.
• Visit the PLA website to learn more about the Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) process.
• Students taking the EMS Internal Challenge Exams must get approval from the department before scheduling an appointment.
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• The cost is $25. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam. Payment can also be made in person on the day of your exam.

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• Our proctoring fee is $15. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam. Payment can also be made in person on the day of your exam.
• NOTE: You must obtain a CLEP registration ticket from College Board before you can test. See the CLEP site for more details.

For details on which courses Lone Star College accepts CLEP credits for, please speak to an Advisor and/or visit the Prior Learning Assessment webpage.  

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times. Select “External Schools” for your Exam Type.
• NOTE: You must contact your school BEFORE making an appointment and ask them to send us the exam information for academic exams or to send us a Remote voucher for placement exams. Exams should be sent to cyfair.testingcenter@lonestar.edu
• Our proctoring fee is $25. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam. Payment can also be made in person on the day of your exam.

Virtual/Remote

• Contact your institution.

Testing Options:

In-Person  

• The HESI RN (Registered Nursing) A2 Exam for Nursing Admissions is offered year-round. You must wait at least 60 days before re-testing.
• The cost is $65 and will be paid directly to Elsevier/HESI. Fill out the Nursing HESI Testing Request Form to get started. Once you submit the form and schedule an appointment, we will send you the payment details via email (1 business day prior to your test day).
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• See the HESI Testing page for more details.
• See the Nursing Department's website for application deadlines and other program requirements. 

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person           

• The HESI HP (Health Professions) A2 Exam for Medical Assisting Admissions begins on March 3, 2025 and will be offered through July 23, 2025.
• The cost is $65 and will be paid directly to Elsevier/HESI. Fill out the HESI Medical Assisting Testing Request Form to get started. Once you submit the form and schedule an appointment, we will send you the payment details via email (1 business day prior to your test day).
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• See the HESI Testing page for more details.
• See the Medical Assistant's website for application deadlines and other program requirements.

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• The HSRT (Health Science Reasoning Test) exam is for students applying to the Dental Hygiene, Polysomnography, or Respiratory Care Programs. These program are only offered at the Kingwood campus, but applicants can test at the CyFair campus if they choose.
• The cost is $15. Fees MUST be paid directly through the Kingwood Testing Center's payment site. You must bring a copy of the receipt with you on test day.
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• NOTE: Students can only test once per year!
• Respiratory Care Program testing is offered year-round.
• Dental Hygiene Program testing is ONLY offered when the application period is open. The testing dates for 2025 are January 15, 2025 through February 28, 2025. 
• Polysomnography Program testing is ONLY offered when the application period is open. The testing dates for 2025 are March 20, 2025 through June 14, 2025.

For more details regarding the program requirements, please visit the department websites:

Dental Hygiene: https://www.lonestar.edu/dental-hygiene-dept.htm.

Polysomnography: https://www.lonestar.edu/polysomnography-dept.htm. 

Respiratory Care Assistant: https://www.lonestar.edu/respiratory-care-dept.htm.

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Schedule directly through Pearson VUE

Virtual/Remote

• Varies by exam. Inquire directly through Pearson VUE

Testing Options:

In-Person

• The Pegasus USA Exam will reopen in January 2026 for the next application period. This exam is not currently available. The exam will be available January 14, 2026 - May 1, 2026.
• The cost is $50 and will be paid directly on the Pegasus USA Exam Payments website. The link will be available when the application period reopens.
  • Pegasus USA Exam Payment Site  
• YOU MUST PAY AT LEAST TWO BUSINESS DAYS PRIOR TO TEST DAY!
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times. 
• The exam is not timed but please plan for 2-3 hours.
• NOTE: this exam can only be taken ONCE. If you have taken this exam before, there is no need to re-test! The Pegasus company will help us to retrieve your old scores. Re-testing will NOT be allowed.
• More information about this exam can be found here.
• See the Diagnostic Medical Sonography website for application deadlines and other program requirements.

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person:

• PLEASE SEE ADMISSIONS OR ADVISING FIRST to ensure you need to test. Many students may be exempt from testing, and you need to find that out BEFORE submitting the form to us.
• Check your exemptions on the TSI Exemptions and Waivers site.  
• Please click here to submit a request for placement testing.
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• Complete the Mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) through the Accuplacer Practice App.
• Pay for the exam online through the Online Payment site. Payment can also be made in person on the day of the exam.

Virtual/Remote:

• PLEASE SEE ADMISSIONS OR ADVISING FIRST to ensure you need to test. Many students may be exempt from testing, and you need to find that out BEFORE submitting the form to us.
• Check your exemptions on the TSI Exemptions and Waivers site.  
• Please click here to submit a request for placement testing.
• Complete the Mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) through the Accuplacer Practice App.
• Pay for the exam online through the Online Payment site.
• Wait for an email from the CyFair Testing Center and Accuplacer with a testing voucher number along with instructions for scheduling your remote exam and paying the proctoring fees directly with the 3rd party company, Proctor U by Meazure Learning.

Testing Options:

In-Person (Cy-Fair ISD Students Only)

• First-Time Testers:
  • See your High School Counselor to request testing. NOTE: your Counselor will submit a request on your behalf. There is nothing for you to submit. You can find more details on the CFISD Dual Credit website.
  • Complete the Mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) through the Accuplacer Practice App for TSIA2 exams.
  • Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
  • The first exam is free for Dual Credit testers.
• Re-Testers:
  • Please click here to submit a request for dual credit placement testing.
  • Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
  • Pay for the exam online through the Online Payment site. Payment can also be made in person on the day of the exam.

Virtual/Remote

• First-Time Testers:
  • See your High School Counselor to request testing. NOTE: your Counselor will submit a request on your behalf. There is nothing for you to submit. You can find more details on the CFISD Dual Credit website.
  • Complete the Mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) through the Accuplacer Practice App for TSIA2 exams.
  • The first exam is free for Dual Credit testers. However, you will be responsible for the proctoring fees if you choose to test from home, remotely.
  • Wait for an email from the CyFair Testing Center and Accuplacer with a testing voucher number along with instructions for scheduling your remote exam and paying the proctoring fees directly with the 3rd party company, Proctor U by Meazure Learning. 
• Re-Testers:
  • Please click here to submit a request for dual credit placement testing.
  • Pay for the exam online through the Online Payment site.
  • Wait for an email from the CyFair Testing Center and Accuplacer with a testing voucher number along with instructions for scheduling your remote exam and paying the proctoring fees directly with the 3rd party company, Proctor U by Meazure Learning. 
  • Cy-Fair ISD Dual Credit students who wish to re-test at other LSC campuses must follow those campuses procedures, which may include speaking to their advising department to obtain a testing referral.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• First-Time Testers:
  • Homeschool and Private School Students must FIRST attend a homeschool information session. See the LSC-CyFair Homeschool website for more details.
  • After attending the session and applying for Admissions through Apply Texas, please fill out the Placement Testing form on the Homeschool website. Once your form is approved, the Homeschool staff will send it to us. Please email the advisor to ensure your request has been sent before scheduling an appointment.
  • Complete the Mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) through the Accuplacer Practice App for TSIA2 exams.
  • The first exam is free for Dual Credit testers.
  • Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
  • NOTE - if your Advisor does not work at LSC-CyFair or LSC-Cypress Center, you will need a testing request form from your Advisor to test with us.
• Re-Testers:
  • Please click here to submit a request for dual credit placement testing.
  • Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
  • Pay for the exam online through the Online Payment site. Payment can also be made in person on the day of the exam.

Virtual/Remote

• First-Time Testers:
  • Homeschool and Private School Students must FIRST attend a homeschool information session. See the LSC-CyFair Homeschool website for more details.
  • After attending the session and applying for Admissions through Apply Texas, please fill out the Placement Testing form on the Homeschool website. Once your form is approved, the Homeschool staff will send it to us. Please email the advisor to ensure your request has been sent.
  • Complete the Mandatory Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) through the Accuplacer Practice App for TSIA2 exams.
  • The first exam is free for Dual Credit testers. However, you will be responsible for the proctoring fees if you choose to test from home, remotely.
  • Wait for an email from the Cypress Testing Center and Accuplacer with a testing voucher number along with instructions for scheduling your remote exam and paying the proctoring fees directly with the 3rd party company, Proctor U by Meazure Learning. 
• Re-Testers:
  • Please click here to submit a request for dual credit placement testing.
  • Pay for the exam online through the Online Payment site.
  • Wait for an email from the Cypress Testing Center and Accuplacer with a testing voucher number along with instructions for scheduling your remote exam and paying the proctoring fees directly with the 3rd party company, Proctor U by Meazure Learning.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• NOTE: You must have a test referral from the Adult Education and Literacy (AEL) department before you can test. Please see their site for contact information.

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Before scheduling an appointment, you must get pre-approval directly through TCEQ. See the TCEQ Website for more details.
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• Most exams are 3 hours unless otherwise stated. Be sure to check your exam length before scheduling your exam on the Licensing Exam site.
• NOTE: If you decide to retest on the same day, be sure to select the option that includes retesting on the scheduling page to ensure there is enough time for both exams in one day.
• If you have any questions on how to get started, please contact TCEQ directly at licenses@tceq.texas.gov.
• Our proctoring fee is $25 for each exam taken, including retests. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam. Payment can also be made in person on the day of the exam.
• A valid (unexpired) driver’s license with photo AND the candidate approval letter will be required on test date. You may bring a printed version or email a copy to cyfair.testingcenter@lonestar.edu.

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Before scheduling an appointment, please submit your application and pay all invoices directly through your FIDO account.
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• If you have any questions on how to get started, please contact TCFP directly at testing@tcfp.texas.gov.  You can also visit the TCFP website for more details.
• Our proctoring fee is $25. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam. Payment can also be made in person on the day of the exam.
• A valid (unexpired) government issued photo ID AND a valid (unexpired) ONLINE EXAM ELIGIBILITY FORM will be required on test day!

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.

Testing Options:

In-Person

• Before scheduling an appointment, please call the Testing Center at 281-290-3220 to make sure we have received your exam in the mail. You can also email us at cyfair.testingcenter@lonestar.edu.  
• NOTE: This exam is for students attempting to become a sign language Interpreter through Texas Health and Human Services (DHHS).
• Use the schedule an appointment link to find available times.
• It is the student's responsibility to contact DARS DHHS to ensure the exam is sent to us. Please see their website for contact information as well as to learn more about the certified interpreter process.
• The TEP exam is 1.5 hours.
• Our proctoring fee is $25 for each exam taken, including retests. Go to the Online Payment site to pay for the exam. Payment can also be made in person on the day of the exam.
• A valid (unexpired) driver’s license with photo will be required on test date.

Virtual/Remote

• Virtual options are not available for this exam.