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Extended Test Time

Steps to Follow
Here are the basic steps to follow if a student with a disability is approved to use "Extended Test Time".

Step One:
The student with this accommodation reminds the Instructor that he/she is approved to use the Extended Test Time.

The Instructor can confirm this be referring to the Confidential Letter given to him/her by the student at the beginning of the semester.

Step Two:
The student will go to Disability Support Services to get:

  • Extended Test Time Form
  • Disability Support Services Test Deadline Notification Form
  • Disability Support Services Instructor's Test Directions
  • Student fill out the BLUE sections of the Extended Test Time Form


Step Three:
The student takes all the forms to the Instructor.

The instructor will be asked to fill out the RED sections of "The Extended Test Time Form" . This form ensures the exam is administered properly regarding:

  • Deadline for taking the test.
  • Are notes allowed?
  • Is a calculator allowed?
  • Is a "formula sheet" allowed?
  • Is scratch paper allowed?
  • Open book exam?
  • Closed book exam?
  • Is a computer needed to take the exam?

Step Four:
The instructor will bring, fax, or email the exam & "Instructor's Test Directions" form to Disability Support Services. If someone other than the instructor brings the exam, please place it in a sealed envelope.

Step Five:
The student should bring the completed "Test Deadline Notification Form" to Disability Support Services and schedule a test site and time.

Step Six:
When the exam is completed, it will be picked up or sent to the Instructor by Disability Support Services.