Academic Testing Center

The Academic Testing Centers strive to deliver quality-testing services to OCC's current and prospective students. They also make every effort to maintain the security and credibility of all exams by promoting a secure and stress-free testing environment.   

The Academic Testing Centers proctor a variety of exams, including the ALEKS Math Placement exam, the Biology Proficiency exam, the Duolingo English Test, as well as some online, extended time and make-up exams initiated by instructor request.

Operating hours: Mon-Thurs (8:30 AM – 8:00 PM), Fri (8:30 AM - 5:00 PM)
All testing must conclude 15 minutes before the Testing Center's operating day ends.

Placement Testing Times (ALEKS PPL Math, BIO, Duolingo)

• Mon-Thurs: 10 AM, 2 PM, 5 PM
• Fri: 10 AM, 2 PM
• Limited Hours (Apr 29 – May 2): 10 AM, 2 PM only
• Closed: July 11, 2025; Saturdays, Sundays, and observed holidays (check OCC's Academic Calendar for details).

ALEKS PPL Math Placement walk-ins are accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. 
Biology Proficiency and the Duolingo English Test require an appointment.

Academics Testing Times (Course Make-up & Online)

• Mon-Thurs: 9 AM to 7 PM
• Fri: 9 AM to 4 PM
• Limited Hours (Apr 29 – May 2): 9 AM to 4 PM only.
• Closed: July 11, 2025; Saturdays, Sundays, and observed holidays (check OCC's Academic Calendar for details).

Walk-ins are accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. 
Exams must be on file to permit students to test.