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MPE Dates

The Math Placement Exam (MPE) determines students' official math placement. The MPE is a proctored exam, either on campus (free) or remotely (for $20 on ProctorU).  Students should take this exam seriously as it will determine their starting course in the Math Pathway required by their major and/or college.  

All students must register in advance for a testing session. 


MPE-Retake Policy

Through April 30, students may retake the MPE after 30 days have elapsed (which is strictly enforced). However, students should enroll in the course that they are placed into (or have advanced to) without delay and not engage in MPE retakes.

Starting May 1, 2026, MPE retakes will NOT be allowed as per the revised MPE-retake policy, and students must enroll in the course that they are placed into.  Advancement will occur by completing successive courses in the established Math Pathway determined by their major and/or college. 

Students with initial Math 2 placement are on the Place-Up Pathway (PUP) and may not retake the MPE. To move forward in math:

  • Pass the Math 2-to-3B Place-up Exam (PUP-E). See PUP-Exam for more information.
  • Once placed in Math 3B, advancement will occur by completing successive courses in the established Math Pathway determined by their major and/or college. 

MPE results are valid for one year.  Students who have not enrolled in their placed course after 12 months must retake the MPE before they can enroll in math. 


MPE Dates

 

Registration
On-Campus SESSIONS (Free)

  • April 4, 2026
  • May 2, 2026
  • June 6, 2026

 

For students who have not yet earned a math placement who need to enroll in Math.

April 4 Registration is Open. See On-Campus MPE to Register.

May 2 Registration will open in April.

Remote SESSIONS on ProctorU ($20)

  • February 9 - April 8, 2026

For students who have not yet earned a math placement who need to enroll in Math.

Complete the Equipment Check to receive a link to register.

Remote MPE Sessions via ProctorU ($20)

Remote testing are available for students who are unable to attend in-person.

  • Remote Sessions: Students must complete this Equipment Check to register.
  • ProctorU costs $20 when scheduled at least 3 days (72 hours) in advance.  Additional fees are charged for tests scheduled in less than 72 hours in advance.  Fees for exams scheduled less than 3 days (72 hours) in advance are non-negotiable.

See ProctorU (MPE) for information on taking the MPE via ProctorU.