Testing Center

The Ranger College Testing Center provides a secure, accessible, and supportive environment for students and community members to complete required exams. We offer a variety of testing services to help you meet academic, placement, and certification requirements.

TSIA2 Testing Options

Ranger College offers two convenient ways to complete the TSIA2 (Texas Success Initiative Assessment) test:

  1. In-Person Testing
    Take the test on campus under supervised conditions.

  2. Virtual Testing
    Complete the test remotely via the Accuplacer online platform.

Important Information for Dual Credit Students

If you are a high school student enrolling in Dual Credit courses, please coordinate your TSIA2 testing through your High School Counselor. Your counselor works directly with the Ranger College Dual Credit Administrator to facilitate the process.

Testing Instructions

The TSIA2 (Texas Success Initiative Assessment) is administered at the following Ranger College locations:

  • Ranger Main Campus
  • Erath County Campus (Stephenville)
  • Brown County Campus (Early/Brownwood)
  • Select high schools for dual credit students

Note: TSIA2 testing is not available on days when online final exams are being administered.Testing days and times vary by campus. Please contact your preferred location for details.

Testing Locations & Contacts

Ranger Main Campus

  • Location: Student Success Center, Classroom 1
  • Testing Day: Tuesdays beginning at 9:00 AM
  • Contact:
  • Stan Feaster
  • Email: sfeaster@rangercollege.edu
Brown County Campus (Early/Brownwood)
Erath County Campus (Stephenville)

You may also schedule your TSI test for the Erath Campus online. Schedule TSI Testing Erath Campus Only Testing Fees

  • Full TSIA2 Exam (ELAR + Math): $30
  • Single Section Test: $15

Important:

The TSIA2 groups ELAR (Reading & Writing) together. First-time testers cannot take these sections separately.

Payment Information
  • Pay your testing fee in advance
  • Bring your payment receipt on the day of testing
Ranger Main Campus Payment Contact

Payment may also be made at other campus locations. Contact your campus for details.

Testing Requirements & Policies

TSIA2 Pre-Assessment Requirement
Before taking the TSIA2 Assessment, all students are required to complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA).Important: You must provide proof of completion before you will be allowed to test. Complete the Pre-Assessment Activity (PAA)
First-Time Testers
If this is your first attempt at the TSIA2, you must also complete the practice test.
  • Select “Don’t have an account? Sign Up” to create an account
  • Complete the required practice activity before your test date

 What to Bring? 

To ensure a smooth testing experience:
  • Pay your fee in advance and present your payment receipt
  • Bring a valid photo ID
  • Bring proof of pre-assessment activity
  • Bring proof of practice test
  • Arrive on time
  • No cell phones or electronic devices allowed
  • No food or drinks at testing stations

If you would like to take the TSIA2 Exam virtually, follow these steps. Your ACCUPLACER test(s) will be proctored using Meazure Learning’s ProctorU platform. With Meazure Learning's Live+ proctoring, a proctor will guide you through the testing process while your session is recorded and made available to your institution for academic integrity purposes. ACCUPLACER requires candidates testing remotely to complete a 360-degree room and desk scan. To get started, follow the steps below.  
 
  1. Payment of $20.00 for RC Registration. 
    • To arrange for payment for the virtual online test contact Ms. Evonne Cherry in the Student Payment Center.
      • Phone:  254-267-7042
      • Email:   echerry@rangercollege.edu
      • Once payment is confirmed and the contact information in #4 is provided, a voucher will be created and you will receive an email from Accuplacer with further instructions.
  2. Note:  An additional fee (approximately $30.00) to Accuplacer/Meazure Learning ProdtorU is required when registering for the online exam.
  3. If this is your first attempt you must:
  4. Provide the following information to sfeaster@rangercollege.edu
    • Name:
    • Address: (complete with city, state & zip code)
    • Email Address:
    • Date of Birth: (xx/xx/xxxx)
    • Phone Number:(xx-xxx-xxxx)
    • Type of testing requested: The complete TSI test is both ELAR (Reading and Writing) and Math. Select either the Complete Test or a separate test.
Note:If you experience any issues during your online exam please provide a screenshot of your entire screen to the institution that created the voucher. 

If you are a high school student enrolling in Dual Credit courses, please coordinate your TSIA2 testing through your High School Counselor. Your counselor works directly with the Ranger College Dual Credit Administrator to facilitate the process.

Dual Credit Team Contact Information

Title

Name

Email

VP of Dual Enrollment Luis Ramirez lramirez@rangercollege.edu
Assistant Director of Dual Enrollment Rainey Tucker rtucker@rangercollege.edu

TSIA2 College Readiness Benchmarks

ELAR (Reading & Writing)

You are considered college ready if you meet one of the following:

  • Score 945–990 on the ELAR CRC and at least 5 on the Essay, OR
  • Score below 945 on ELAR CRC and
    • Diagnostic Level 5 or 6, AND
    • Essay score of 5 or higher

Mathematics

You are considered college ready if you meet one of the following:

  • Score 950–990 on the Math CRC, OR
  • Score below 950 on Math CRC and Diagnostic Level 6

 

TSI Exemptions

SAT (on or after March 5, 2016)

  • Math Exemption: 530 or higher
  • Reading & Writing Exemption: 480 or higher (EBRW)

ACT

  • Standard ACT

    • Math Exemption: Composite score of 23 + Math score of 19
    • Reading & Writing Exemption: Composite score of 23 + English score of 19
  • ACT (on or after February 15, 2023)

    • ELAR Exemption: Combined English + Reading score of 40

    • Math Exemption: Math score of 22

Military Exemptions

Students may be exempt if they:

  • Are active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, Texas National Guard, or Reserves
    • Must have served at least 3 years prior to enrollment, OR
  • Were honorably discharged, retired, or released from service after August 1, 1990

Additional Exemptions

Students may also qualify if they:

  • Hold an associate degree or higher from a Texas public college or university
  • Transfer from an accredited private, independent, or out-of-state institution
    • Must have completed college-level coursework deemed acceptable by Ranger College

Important Exemption Guidelines

All exemptions must be confirmed with the Registrar’s Office. Call (254) 267-7019 for assistance

TSI Testing Resources

Prepare for the TSIA2 with helpful study tools and practice materials designed to build your confidence before test day. The ACCUPLACER platform offers free resources to help you review key concepts in reading, writing, and math.

Access TSI Testing Resource Portal

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