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Exam Schedule

Click here to view the Exam Schedule

Remember, the schedule only lists schedule in-person exams and scheduled remote/online exams.

• In-person and scheduled remote/online exams are exam that begin at a specific date and time and end a few hours later (before factoring in accommodations that may apply).
• See your class's Canvas page or contact your professor to confirm due dates for final assesments that are papers, presentations, or traditional take-home exams.Ìý

Use of Computers on Exams

Follow these steps to ensure that your computer is ready for exam use.Ìý

• Make sure your computer's operating system is .Ìý
• Disable screen savers and automatic updates
• For students who cannot obtain their own laptop or borrow one, we have a limited supply.

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Exam Numbers/Anonymous Grading Numbers (AGNs)

Instead of identifying yourself by name, Â鶹ÊÓƵ ID, or other identifying numbers, use your current semester Exam Number/AGN.

Instructions on how to view your Exam Number/AGN

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Exam Accommodations

Disability related accommodations are handled by WCL Disability Support.

If you have any questions, please contact them at disability@wcl.american.edu

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Time Requests for Non-Native English Speakers (NNES)

Non-Native English Speakers (NNES) may request additional time for an exam if they meet the policy requirements.Ìý

Email nnes@wcl.american.edu with any questions.

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Exam Deferrals/Rescheduling Exams

In any of the below circumstances apply to you, please fill out a deferral. The last day to submit deferrals is the last day of the Reading Period.Ìý

• Two exams scheduled for the same day
• Emergency situation leading up to an exam - or the day of an exam.
• Religious observance conflicting with exam.

Click here for the full Deferral Policy

Exam4

• Download the
  • Older versions of Exam4 -- even if they are only a few weeks old -- will not work
  • the newest version of Exam 4 is now compatible with macOS 15 (among other operating systems)
• Make sure Exam4 works by running in "open" and "closed" mode
• Can you make Exam4's feature work?
• Do you know how to use Exam4's interface?

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Physical Materials

• Bring yourÌýÂ鶹ÊÓƵ ID cardÌýfor check in
• Consult your professor, syllabus, or both regarding whether you may bringÌýnotes.
• No headphones allowed. Ear plugs will be provided.
• No additional electronicÌýdevicesÌý(besides your laptop) are permitted at your seat. (No phones, smartwatches, or other electronics).
• You may hand write in provided exam bluebooks and Scantron paper.
• Food and drinks are permitted. (Please be courteous of others when selecting what to bring and how to consume it)
• Scratch paper will be provided. Please bring writing utensils (i.e. pens, pencils, and/or highlighters)

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Procedures

• ArriveÌý30 minutes priorÌýto the exam start time.

  • You willÌýnotÌýreceive full exam time if you arrive late.Ìý

  • Proctor will give instructions 5-10 minutes prior to the exam start time.Ìý

• You will receive an exam envelope. Wait for proctor's instructions to open.

• Bathroom breaks are allowed. Please sign out with the proctor. You will not receive additional time for lost time.Ìý

• When finished, place all materials (exam, scratch paper, bluebooks, supplemental materials) in the envelope. Return envelope to proctor.

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Find out if your exam will be on MyWCL or Exam 4 (check your class's Canvas page; if necessary, contact your professor)

• • Have you installed the ?
  • Have you run a ?
  • Do you know how to use the , including how to return to a previous answer, unlock it, and change it?

If something goes wrong during the exam, email exams@wcl.american.edu immediately

• Even if we do not respond immediately, the time stamp of your email matters.
• Attach a screenshot or phone photo showing the problem
• Attached the file that you are trying to submit.Ìý