You can view your status in MyUTA by going to MyMav -> Student Center -> TSI Status
TSI Exemptions
TSI Exemptions
View the list of exemptions in the table below. If you believe you qualify for an exemption, please submit your exemption and accompanying required documentation.
| Exemption Type | Area(s) of exemption | Requirement for Exemption(s) | How to Submit Exemptions |
|---|---|---|---|
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ACT Scores |
English (Reading & Writing) |
Prior to Feb. 15, 2023: After Feb. 15, 2023: |
Student must send ACT scores from ACT to UTA |
| Math |
Prior to Feb. 15, 2023: After Feb. 15, 2023: |
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| SAT Scores valid for up to 5 years |
English (Reading & Writing) | Evidence-Based Reading & Writing score >= 480 | Student must send SAT scores from the College Board to UTA |
| Math | Math score >= 530 | ||
| STAAR Scores valid for up to 5 years |
English (Reading & Writing) |
English III score >= 4000 | Student must submit high school transcript or official score report to UTA |
| Math | Algebra II score >= 4000 | ||
| Texas College Bridge Certificates valid for up to 2 years after high school graduation date |
English (Reading & Writing) | Certificate earned for English prep course completion | Student must submit certificate(s) from Green Light to UTA |
| Math | Certificate earned for Math prep course completion | ||
| TSI Completion from Other Texas College | Reading | College deemed student Complete for TSI Reading | Student must submit official college transcript to UTA |
| Writing | College deemed student Complete for TSI Writing | ||
| Math | College deemed student Complete for Math | ||
| Associate Degree or higher | All | Earned Associate degree or higher (equivalency cannot be used) | Student must submit official college transcript to UTA |
| Transfer Coursework | English (Reading & Writing) | C or better in 3-hour college-level course from accredited higher education institution in one of the following subjects: ANTH, ART, BIOL, BCMN, COMM, COMS, ECON, ENGL, GEOG, GOVT, HIST, PHIL, POLS, PSYC, SOCI or THEA | Student must submit official college transcript to UTA |
| Reading only | C or better in 3-hour college-level course from accredited higher education institution in one of the following subjects: CHEM, DNCE, GEOL, HUMA, MUSI or PHYS | ||
| Math | C or better in 3-hour college-level Math course from accredited higher education institution |
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| Military - Active Duty or Honorable Discharge | All | At least 3 years of service completed in U.S. armed forces/reserve or Texas National Guard |
Active Duty: Student must submit copy of official military document showing minimum 3 years of active service to [email protected] Honorable Discharge: Student must submit copy of DD 214 showing Honorable Discharge to [email protected] |
Take the TSI test
Register for the TSIA2
Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a state law requiring all Texas public institutions, including UT Arlington, to determine college readiness in Reading, Writing, and Math for all degree-seeking undergraduate students, both on campus and online. The TSIA2 is the name of the assessment test and is the measurement used to assess college readiness. Tip: Check out this list to see if you qualify for an exemption.
Submit TSI Scores
Submit your TSIA2 scores as soon as you can! Your TSI test scores will help determine y our class placement and get you started on the advising and enrollment process.
Enroll in TSI Courses
TSI RESTRICTED COURSES
If you are Not Complete in English and/or Math, there are specific courses that you can not take while enrolled in your required TSI coursework. The courses below are the restricted courses for each area.
|
TSI Not Complete Area |
Restricted Classes |
|
Math |
CHEM (any class), ECON 2305, ECON 2306, MATH 1301 or higher (except for required TSI Math class), PHYS (any class)) |
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English |
ECON 2305, ECON 2306, ECON 2337, ENGL 1301 (except when taking as required TSI English class), ENGL 1302, HIST 1301, HIST 1302, HIST 1331, HIST 1332, POLS 2311, POLS 2312, PSYC 1315, SOCI 1311, SOCI 2312 |
Your TSI Status FAQs
See our frequently asked questions
- TSI Liable: Determine if you qualify for any exemptions and follow the instructions to submit the exemption officially to UTA. If you do not qualify for any exemptions, you will be required to test for the TSIA2.
- TSI Not Complete: You will be required to enroll in TSI developmental coursework for the Not Complete subject area during your first semester at UTA. Your TSI advisor will advise you on which courses you are required to take. You also have the option to retest in the subject area you are Not Complete in.
Registering for TSIA2 FAQs
- First complete the PAA
- Next, register for TSIA2
- This untimed assessment consists of multiple-choice and free-response questions. Depending on which section you are testing in, it can be:
- ELAR (English language arts and reading) - multiple choice
- Essay- free response
- Math - multiple choice
- You can get detailed information about each section by visiting Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (collegeboard.org)
- You can refer to the brochures below to view sample questions
Submitting Scores FAQs
You can visit your Accuplacer Student Portal to view your scores.
It is recommended to submit scores as soon as possible as they will help determine your class placement.
- If you have tested outside of UTA: you must wait at least 48 hours after testing before submitting your authorization form.
- If you have tested outside of UTA: you must wait at least 48 hours after testing before submitting your TSI Score Release Form.
TSI Exemptions FAQs
Yes. Scores are valid up to 5 years from the testing date. You can submit your scores to UTA.
Contact Info
Contact Academic Testing & TSI Services (ATTS) at [email protected] or 817-272-2362 if you need assistance registering for the test, sending in scores, submitting exemptions, or any other questions you may have. Click here to book an advising appointment with your TSI advisor.