Admission tests help you meet Centennial College program admission requirements by assessing skills such as English, math, and reading before you begin your studies. If needed, you will be contacted by the Admissions department with admission test requirements and instructions to take the admission test(s). These tests are available in-person or online.
Please check myApplication and your email frequently for test information.
If you are an applicant with a documented disability and need accommodations, please contact the Centre for Accessible Learning and Counselling Services before booking your Admission Tests with us.
Your Rights and Responsibilities
Admissions tests are subject to the Student Code of Conduct and Academic Honesty and Plagiarism policies. The College has the right to enforce compliance with these policies through appropriate sanctions or action. Non-compliance with these policies may result in a delay in admission or a withdrawal of an Offer of Admission.
Frequently Asked Questions
If you need to write an admission test to meet outstanding admission requirements, please book your admission test as soon as you receive this letter as programs can fill up quickly.
Your admission test results are used:
- To determine if you have met the English, Math or Science proficiency levels required for your program
- To place you into appropriate English, Math or Science courses if you are admitted into a program
The current fees for admission tests are as follows:
| Test | Cost | Re-write Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Centennial English Admission Test | $70 | $50 |
| Math Admission (Business, Engineering or Arts and Science) | $30 | $25 |
| Science Admission | $30 | $25 |
Fees are subject to change without notice.
The Admissions department will receive your test scores within 48 hours of your test session, and will inform you of your results. You can also check the myApplication portal for updates.
The Assessment Centre does not provide detailed test results or provide information regarding admission decisions.
Please try your best to notify us 3-5 days in advance if you cannot attend your scheduled test.
To reschedule or cancel your in-person appointment, please fill out our contact form.
To reschedule or cancel your online appointment, please contact ProctorU.
Cancellation and administrative fees may apply.
- Please arrive at the Assessment Centre (Room D2-01, Progress Campus), or the designated testing lab noted on your booking confirmation 30 minutes before your scheduled assessment. Directions to Progress Campus and the Assessment Centre are here.
- Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. This can include one of the following: a valid passport, driver’s license, provincial photo ID card, proof of citizenship card, Permanent Resident Card, or a Centennial College student photo ID. If you do not have valid photo ID, you will not be able to take the admission test, and our staff will help you rebook.
- All supplies needed during the test are provided by the Assessment Centre.
- Clear water bottles are allowed in the Assessment Centre. No other food or drink are permitted.
The Assessment Centre will send you a voucher to start your admission test online.
To take your admission tests online:
- Register on the ProctorU site using your voucher.
- Schedule your admission test session.
- Prepare ProctorU's testing requirements including technical checks, downloading the Guardian browser and preparing your space for the test.
- Log in to the ProctorU site at your scheduled test time.
Online admission tests are conducted through our external partner. We are unable to provide technical support for these tests. If you experience technical difficulties during your online admission test, please contact ProctorU support.