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The TSI, or one of its exemptions, is a requirement of Texas students entering a Texas college or university.
Specific details as per TEA (Texas Education Agency) can be reviewed by clicking HERE
What is the TSI process?
Pre Assessment Link
(This is required once before taking the exam for the first time.)
TSI Passing Scores
Prior to January 2021
English
Reading: a minimum score of 351
Writing: a score of 5 on the essay section or a score of 4 on the essay AND a minimum score of 340 on the multiple-choice section
Math
350 or greater
January 2021 or After
English
945 - 990 AND Essay 5 - 8
OR
910-944 AND Diagnostic Level 5-6 AND Essay 5 - 8
Math
950 - 990
OR
910 - 949 AND Diagnostic Level 6
How to prepare for the TSI?
Students can prepare for the exam by visiting the following sites:
College Board Accuplacer (*No user name and password are needed to enter this site.)
Accuplacer Study App (*If students do not have an account, they may create one.)
McAllen ISD Helpful Links
Testing Calendar
Dates are subject to change.
