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MPE Testing Schedule for the 2022-2023 Academic Year

We recommend students take the MPE as soon as possible to obtain options for enrollment.  The MPE provides diagnostic results which can be used to inform independent review prior to the start of the placed course.  All students must register in advance for a testing session. 

Remote MPE Sessions via ProctorU

Two sessions for the MPE via ProctorU are offered from May through September. 

  • Continuing students may take the MPE through ProctorU for $20 when an appointment is scheduled at least three days (72 hours) in advance.  Expedited costs occur when a test appointment is scheduled in less than 72 hours. 
  • Newly-admitted students may take the MPE free through ProctorU when an appointment is scheduled at least three days (72 hours) in advance.  Expedited costs occur when a test appointment is scheduled in less than 72 hours.

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

Testing Window

Session Information

Schedule Appointment 
May 1 - Sep 30, 2023 Student-paid ($20)

This session is for continuing students to earn a qualifying placement to enroll during summer and fall registration windows.

Schedule a ProctorU test session

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May 15 - Jun 15, 2023 Campus-paid (free)

This session is for newly-admitted students who receive free testing through ProctorU. 

Students must receive a link by Math Testing and Placement to schedule an appointment through ProctorU to take the MPE.

Contact Math Testing and Placement for information (mathtesting@ucsd.edu)

Retake Policy

The MPE is shown to be a valid and reliable measure to predict student achievement in their placed class. Therefore, we do not recommend for students to retake the MPE except when one year has lapsed. (Note: MPE results are only valid for one year.)

Additionally, students should enroll in the class that they are placed to without delay. 

In the event that a student needs to retake the MPE, they must wait at least 60 days before attempting to retake a Math Placement Exam.  MPE results from students who retake prior to the 60 day waiting period will not be processed.  Students are expected to enforce the retake policy when registering for and attending an exam session. 

Contact mathtesting@ucsd.edu if you have questions.