About the Accuplacer
See General information about the Accuplacer assessment.
Who can apply for an Off Campus Accuplacer?
Applicants residing outside of VIU's Cowichan, Nanaimo and tiwšɛmawtxʷ (Powell River) campus regions can apply for the off-campus Accuplacer assessment.
Applicants living within the campus regions are strongly encouraged to write the Accuplacer assessment in person.
Payment Information
- The fee for an off-campus Accuplacer is $75 ($60 for a rewrite).
- Note: This fee is non-refundable.
- Assessments@viu.ca will email you after receiving your application form with information about your payment options.
- Upon payment, you will be sent a voucher number to be used to book the test date with Meazure Learning (Accuplacer's dedicated remote proctoring service).
- If payment is not received within 1 month, you will need to re-submit your off-campus request.
The online proctor service, Meazure learning, is external to VIU and there are two fees applicable when taking the Accuplacer remotely:
- VIU Assessment Services fee of $75
- As of September 15, 2024, the online proctor service fee is increasing to US$28, paid directly to Meazure Learning when scheduling the test date through their online portal.
Note: Meazure Learning offers on-demand scheduling features that allow test-takers to schedule an exam on an “On-Demand” basis. There are two on-demand scheduling types, which are defined below: To avoid on-demand scheduling charges, please be sure to schedule or reschedule any online proctoring reservation more than 72 hours in advance.
- Take It Soon: "Take It Soon" allows test-takers to schedule a test 24-72 hours prior to the selected test time and incurs an additional fee of $8 USD.
- Take It Now: "Take It Now" allows test-takers to schedule a test less than 24 hours prior to the selected test time and incurs an additional fee of $12 USD.
Remote Testing Requirements
You will need access to a private space with a laptop or desktop computer with high speed internet, microphone, speakers, and a web cam to complete the Accuplacer remotely in your own home.
Does your computer meet the system requirements for a remote Accuplacer Test?
- Accuplacer Test Platform Check
- Resources for Test Candidates (including test software download and technical requirements)
How to Apply
Complete the online request form below as the first step in arranging your ACCUPLACER assessment at this time. You will receive an email with instructions for payment within two days of submitting your request.