Resources for UExcel® Program
We have a variety of study resources that will help you prepare for a UExcel® exam. In addition to the resources below, we continue to explore other learning avenues that will help test takers prepare for the exam.
Practice Exams
UExcel offers unique practice exams to help you better prepare. These are the only practice exams authorized by the developers of the credit-bearing exams and offer in-depth solutions, diagnostic score reports, and dedicated bulletin boards to communicate with other practice exam takers.
Content Guides
Each exam has a content guide that provides general information about the exam, including an examination description, recommended textbook(s), and examination outcomes. We strongly advise you to prepare for your
Ordering Text Books
You can order the recommended textbooks from our bookstore. You may contact the bookstore by calling
Registration Guide
The UExcel Registration Guide outlines the entire registration process for your UExcel examination, including policies and procedures, what to expect on the day of your test, and information on grade reports and transcripts.
(200 KB pdf)Technical Guide
The UExcel Technical Guide provides psychometric information about the UExcel examinations. This Technical Guide is designed to assist college faculty members, administrators, student advisors, testing directors, and other test users in evaluating the test results of UExcel examinations and in setting credit-by-examination policies.
(776 KB pdf)Computer-Based Testing Tutorial
We encourage you to download the computer-based testing tutorial prior to taking your exam. A tutorial will not be available at the test center.
