Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Pre-Assessment

What is the TSI Pre-Assessment and why do I have to take it before testing?

It is mandatory that you complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA) prior to taking the TSI Assessment for the first time. The PAA helps prepare you for the placement test and includes the following information:

  • An explanation of the importance of the TSI Assessment

  • Practice test questions and feedback

  • An explanation of all your developmental education options, if you don’t meet the minimum passing standard

  • Information on campus and community resources that will help you succeed as a college student

Also, the CollegeBoard offers a new TSI Assessment Web-Based Study App that is free for all students. You can use this tool to familiarize yourself with basic content questions asked on the TSI Assessment. The study guide app features practice tests in the Arithmetic, Elementary Algebra, College-Level Math, Reading, Comprehension and Sentence Skills which can be accessed from a tablet, smartphone, or computer using a standard browser.

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