TSIA 2.0

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The New TSIA 2.0 was launched on January 11, 2021


What is the TSI?
The TSIA is a test that informs the university that a student is college ready. If a student does not pass the TSI, then he/she must enroll in developmental classes before he/she is allowed to start with the general education core (basics). Developmental classes do not count towards a college degree. The TSI is not a factor that is considered by university admission counselors. However, the student must submit a copy of their TSI scores to the university before being allowed to attend orientation.



Do I need to take the TSI?

You may not need to take this test!

If you meet at least one of these exemptions approved by the state, you may not need to take the TSI Assessment 2.0. If you meet the minimum scores for either the English or mathematics portion of the tests listed below, you may not need to take that portion of the assessment. Contact the Go Center if you are unclear if you met any of the exemptions below.

  • ACT®: combined score of 23 with a minimum of 19 on English and mathematics within the past 5 years ~OR~
  • SAT® (Administered on or after March 5, 2016): minimum of 530 on Mathematics for exemption in TSI Math; minimum of 480 on Evidenced-Based Reading & Writing (EBRW) for exemption in TSI Reading and Writing ~OR~
  • STAAR® minimum score of 4000 on English III-Level 2 end of course (EOC) and a minimum score of 4000 on Algebra II-Level 2 EOC ~OR~
  • You have satisfactorily completed college-level coursework as determined by the receiving institution 


What is on the TSI?



       The math section includes: contains 
about 20 multiple choice             questions that cover Quantitative Reasoning, Algebraic Reasoning, Geometric and Spatial Reasoning, and Probabilistic and Statistical Reasoning.

    
The English/ELAR section or includes: contains 
about 30 multiple choice
 questions that cover text synthesis and analysis and content revisions and editing for conventions. The ELAR test may also require you to write a persuasive essay.

How to prepare for the TSI?

Students can prepare for the exam by visiting the following site:
https://tsia2.pearsonperspective.com/perspective/

Addition study resources on the TSIA 2.0 Study Tab

*No user name and password are needed to enter this site.

*They must click “ENTER STUDENT SITE” in order to see practice handouts and tutoring videos.

What are the passing scores?

ELAR passing scores

Multiple Choice: 945-990 and Essay of 5-8
OR
Multiple Choice: 910-944 AND Diagnostic Level of 5-6 AND

Essay of 5-8

Math Passing Scores

Multiple Choice: 950-990
OR
Multiple Choice: 910-949 AND Diagnostic level of 6


How do I register for the TSI?

In order to register for the TSI, a student must provide the completion certificate of the pre-assessment activity.  Once Pre-Assessment is completed contact the Go Center to complete your TSIA 2.0 registration.

NEW TSI PRE-ASSESSMENT ACTIVITY LINK:
TSIA 2.0 Pre-Assessment



How do I get my scores?
Please request your TSI scores by emailing the Go Center.