Who has to take the test?
ABAC requires all transfer degree students to pass the Regents' Test to graduate.

The Agricultural Business Technology and Plant Science technology degrees do not require the Regents' Test if a grade of "C" or better is earned in both English 1101 and 1102.

The ADN Nursing degree students graduating under catalogs prior to Fall 2006 are required to pass the Regents' Exam as a graduation requirement.

Pre Nursing majors are not required to test. Pre-Nursing student's may test, as it is a requirement for the BSN transfer program.

The following AAS Technology Program degrees do not require the Regents' Test:

●Fashion Merchandising
●Children and Family Services
●Interior Design
●Agricultural Engineering Technology
●Golf Turf Management
●Commercial Turf Management
●Sports Turf Management
●Landscape Design and Grounds Management
●Ornamental Production
●Golf Clubhouse Management

Can I fulfill the Regents' Reading Skills Test requirement without actually taking the Reading Test?

Yes, by scoring at or above the specified scores on the following examinations:

●Regents' Reading Test exemption score: 61
●SAT-I Verbal/Critical Reading exemption score: 510
●ACT Reading exemption score: 23

Can I fulfill the Regents' Writing Skills Test requirement without actually taking the Regents' Essay Test?

Yes, by scoring at or above specified scores on the following examinations:

●SAT Reasoning Test, Writing Section exemption score: 560
●SAT Reasoning Test, Writing Section exemption score: 500 (only for students who also have at least a 510 on the SAT Reasoning Test, Critical Reading/Verbal Section).
● ACT English/Writing exam exemption score: 24
●ACT English/Writing exam exemption score: 22 (only for students who also earned an ACT Reading score of at least 23)
●Regents' Essay Test exemption score: 2
●College Board Advanced Placement (AP) English Language and Composition exemption score: 3
●College Board Advanced Placement (AP) English Literature and Composition exemption score: 3
●International Baccalaureate (IB) higher-level English exemption score: 4
●SAT II English Writing exemption score: 650
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The following four exemptions for RGTE 0197 are available only for students entering USG institutions before Summer 2008:

●SAT Reasoning Test, Critical Reading Section score of at least 530 and a grade of "A" in English 1101, or
●SAT Reasoning Test, Critical Reading Section of at least 590 and a grade of "B" in English 1101, or
●ACT English score of at least 23 and a grade of "A" in English 1101, or
●ACT English score of at least 26 and a grade of "B" in English 1101

How does a student sign up for the Regents' Test?
Students sign up for the Regents' Test here.

A student who registered for the test is guaranteed a test as long as that student has signed in, been cleared, and arrives for the test at the designated time. A picture ID is required. Students MUST confirm their registration and clearance for the test.

Is the Regents' Test offered in Moultrie?
Yes. Whether or not an ABAC student takes classes in Moultrie, ABAC students can take the test in Moultrie. Students must register for the test when registering for classes and before the announced deadline.

What if a student did not register for the Regents' Test when registering for classes and before the deadline?
Students who did not register for the test will need to sign in at the Office of Student Success a month before the test. If a student fails to register at this time, then the student will be placed on a waiting list. The number of tests available is based on the number of students who registered for the test when they registered for classes. Students cannot be guaranteed that they will test during that semester if they did not register for the test when registering for classes.

When does a student take the test?
The test should be taken:
1. Once a student becomes available to take ENGL 1101 (namely upon completion of both ENGL 0099 and READ 0099), the student should immediately register to take the Regents' Test, even if not registered for ENGL 1101.
2. Students MUST take the test in the first semester of enrollment after they have completed 30 credit hours if they have not taken it previously.
All students who have not taken nor passed the Regents' Test during the semester in which they have earned 45 credit hours must take the appropriate non-degree course or courses (RGTR 0198 or RGTE 0199) each semester of attendance thereafter until they have passed both components of the test. See Schedule of Test Dates.
3. Students who do not take the test, but are eligible, are counted as having failed the test. If a student does not pass the test twice (whether due to failure on the test or failure to take the test) will be required to take the appropriate non-degree course or courses (RGTR 0198 or RGTE 0199) each semester of attendance thereafter until they have passed both components of the test.

What is the Regents' Test like?
The test has two sections:
1. Essay - You must write an essay on one of four assigned topics.
2. Reading - This section is a 54 item, multiple-choice test that consists of nine reading passages. Each passage is followed by questions covering comprehension, vocabulary and analysis.

How long does the test take?
The test lasts approximately two and one-half hours: one hour for the Essay and one hour for the Reading. Another 30 minutes are needed for check-in, distributing and collecting materials, giving instructions and filling out the answer sheets with identifying information.
Both sections must be taken in the same session when taking the test for the first time: the Essay test first, then the Reading test. During the final 15 minutes of the Essay portion of the Regents' test, students are permitted to use a dictionary or spell check (printed or electronic with the sound turned off) with a thesaurus, but not a stand-alone thesaurus.

What are passing scores?
A student must score a minimum of "61" out of "99"on the Reading portion. The Essay must receive a score of "2" or better to pass with the scoring range of 1-3.

How will results be announced?
Scores are available the last week (usually during Final Examinations) of each semester online via BANNER Web.

What if the Test is failed?
If a student passes one portion of the test and fails another portion, the student does not have to remediate (or take the test) for the passed section. The student must remediate after failing a section twice by enrolling in the appropriate course, either RGTR 0198 or RGTE 0199. Remediation is required before the student can retake either or both of the failed sections of the test.

Students requiring remediation classes will also register for the test when registering for classes. If the remediation course is passed, the Instructor will notify the Office of Student Success Staff. Students will confirm their registration for the test the day before the test by signing in at the Office of Student Success.

Do non-native speakers of English have to take the Regents' Test?
Yes. Non-native speakers of English must have graduated from a non-U.S. high school in order to receive extra time on the test or have proof of taking the GED in Spanish, or the TOEFL, or MELAB for proof of English proficiency.

READING (RTPI 0000R)
ABAC International students whose first language is not English take the Regents' Reading Test and are allowed double time. The student must register for this section of the test when registering for classes. The day before the test, students are to confirm their registration in the Office of Student Success. A picture ID is required.

ESSAY (RTPI 0000E)
ABAC International students whose first language is not English will write a parallel Regents' Essay. These students will receive double time to write the Essay.
Students must register for the appropriate section(s) of the test when registering for classes. The day before the test, students are to confirm their registration in the Office of Student Success. A picture ID is required.
Any non-native speaker of English who has not passed both parts of the Regents' Test before earning 45 hours must take remediation every semester until both parts of the test are passed.

How about transfer students?
Students from outside the University System who transfer in with 30 or more credit hours shall register for the test the first semester of enrollment. All students transferring from within the University System of Georgia shall be subject to all provisions of the Regents' policy.

What about readmitted students?
Former students who are readmitted to ABAC may take the Regents' Test after completing English 1101 with a "C" or better (required to take the test). They will be required to take the test in the semester after they have earned 30 hours of degree credit if the test has not been passed previously. Initial testing may not be delayed beyond a student's having earned the 30th hour of degree credit.

What do I need to bring to the Test?
1. A picture ID (driver's license, passport, Gold Card ID, etc.).
2. Two #2 pencils and two ballpoint pens (black only).
3. Be on the check-in list by confirming your registration for the test. Go by the Office of Student Success the day before the test with a photo ID.
4. A dictionary (printed or electronic with sound turned off) with or without a thesaurus. 
(A stand-alone thesaurus is not allowed).
5. Wear comfortable layered clothing.

What is not allowed during testing?
1. No eating, drinking, or using tobacco products
2. No breaks between tests
3. No notes or loose papers in dictionaries
4. No electronic computers
5. No highlighters nor white-out
6. No cell phones, pagers, watch alarms or other electronic devices. You will be automatically dismissed if any of these sound or ring.

What if I need extended time?
Students with learning disabilities, ADHD, and or physical disabilities should contact the Office of Student Development. Students who have taken the test twice, remediate once and are on their third attempt automatically receive double time.

Other information
The Regents' Test is given once a semester.
Students who attend other Regents' institutions can take the Regents' Test at ABAC only if a written request is received in advance from the Regents' Test Coordination at their school.

*For more information about the Regents' Testing Program visit: http://www2.gsu.edu/~wwwrtp or contact the Office of Student Success at 229-391-4997 or visit us in the Library, bottom floor.