Hours Monday – Thursday 8:00am – 9:00pm; Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm
The ODS Testing Center is a resource to assist in the provision of testing accommodations. With 50 individual testing rooms equipped with computers, the center proctors an average of 10,000 exams each academic year. The testing center is integral to proctoring the almost 90% of accommodated students who receive testing accommodations.
How do accommodated students use the ODS Testing Center?
Students who receive testing accommodations should communicate with instructors first to determine whether it is necessary to be proctored at ODS. The ODS Testing Center is available as a proctoring location but it is not required that students take their exams at ODS. In fact, some departments may require students to test within the department and have a plan for providing accommodations.
If instructors indicate they will use the ODS Testing Center, students should schedule a testing appointment at least 3 business days prior to the date of the exam through the ODS Online Portal. ODS is unable to proctor every student who receives exam accommodations and scheduling occurs on a first-come, first-served basis.
Students are scheduled to attend a virtual meeting with testing staff as part of the ODS registration process. This meeting reviews expectations and procedures related to using the ODS Testing Center. Procedures are also available to students in the ODS Online Portal (see "My E-form Agreements").
How do instructors use the ODS Testing Center?
Instructors who wish to use the ODS Testing Center for proctoring assistance should complete a Testing Agreement in the ODS Online Portal. This agreement gives consent for ODS to proctor your exams and collects important exam instructions and dates.
Instructors may provide exams to ODS through the ODS Online Portal, or in person at the testing center. Similarly, completed exams can be downloaded through the ODS Online Portal, or picked up in person at the testing center.
How does the ODS Testing Center monitor students and ensure exam integrity?
Each room in the ODS Testing Center contains a security camera that is monitored by proctors. If proctors observe students using nonpermitted materials or cell phones during an exam, a Testing Associate will contact the instructor to provide relevant information and
I am enrolled in UA Online. Can I use the ODS Testing Center?
The ODS Testing Center proctors exams for main campus classes. Students enrolled in UA Online have several options for exam proctoring. Please review the resources available through UA Online Testing Services.
I need to take the math placement test. Can I use the ODS Testing Center?
No. The math placement test is taken online and a proctor is not required. The Math Technology Learning Center (MTLC) administers the placement test and can be contacted at mathplacement@ua.edu with questions.
If you need to request accommodations on the placement test, we recommend registering with ODS prior to your Bama Bound session.