Computer proficiency is a graduation requirement for all students. A satisfactory score on the Computer Proficiency Examination will waive this graduation requirement. No award of hours is noted on your transcript for passage. You may only take the examination once.
Cost
The $15 testing fee is payable to NSU and must accompany the registration form.
The Test
The computer proficiency test consists of fifty multiple choice questions. Topics covered include computer hardware and software, the Windows operating system, Microsoft Word and word processing, the Internet, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, and PowerPoint. You will be allowed 1 hour to complete the exam.
Applications and Appointments
To obtain an application use this link application (pdf) form available.
The $15 registration fee is payable to NSU and must accompany the registration form. Once the registration fee is paid the application and receipt must be received in the First-Year Experience, then an appointment can be made with the Testing Specialist. If the application is received in the mail the Testing Specialist will call to schedule the exam.