Remotely Proctored Testing

The remotely proctored CLT is a version of the CLT that students take at home with their own computers. The exam is recorded (not live-proctored) and later reviewed by CLT staff. This page details what unique expectations students should have for their remotely proctored test.

The information on this page applies only to the remotely proctored CLT. It does not pertain to the CLT3-8, CLT10, or in-school CLT. For more information about requirements for those exams, see our Test Day Expectations page.

Overview

The exam takes about two hours and twenty minutes, including pre-test instructions and procedures. The three 40-question sections follow the order and timing below:

      • Section 1 – Verbal Reasoning: 40 minutes
      • Section 2 – Grammar/Writing: 35 minutes
      • Section 3 – Quantitative Reasoning: 45 minutes
      • This exam has no essay section.

There are no breaks during the exam, except for optional one-minute stretch breaks between sections.

Students may choose when to begin their exam between 7 AM - 7 PM Eastern Time. The test must be taken in one sitting; there are no breaks. Customer support via live online chat is available during this time.

The exam contains 120 questions and is scored in the range of 0 – 120 points.

Pending successful review, scores will be released on the third Wednesday following the exam. You will receive an email when they have been posted to your CLT dashboard.

Your video, screen, audio, and keystrokes will be recorded during the test and reviewed afterward. There is no live proctor during the exam. Students must be alone while testing.

Recordings are stored in a secure location and deleted within 45 days.

Requirements:
  1. A closed, well-lit room
    You must remain in one room from the beginning of the recording until the test is submitted. Public spaces such as libraries, cafes, or parks are not allowed. If it is not possible to meet this requirement, please contact us with details and we will do our best to work with you to arrive at an acceptable arrangement.

  2. Remain alone with no talking
    Post this sign as a reminder to other members of the household not to interrupt. Ask anyone who might come home while you are in the midst of testing to be as quiet as possible.

  3. A reliable internet connection
    Be as close as possible to the Wi-Fi router. Details on network requirements can be found here.

  4. A desk or table
    Your computer and keyboard must be on a desk or table for the duration of the test.

  5. A standard chair or stool
    Sit on a standard chair or stool, not a bed, couch, or overstuffed chair.

A laptop or desktop computer with a functioning camera, microphone and the ability to screenshare.

  • Tablets and mobile devices cannot be used.

  • If you are using a school computer, make sure it has the allowed browsers downloaded and all the permissions set to allow for camera and microphone usage. To test your computer after you have registered, try the test simulation found on your dashboard.
     
  • Both internal (built-in) and external (e.g. USB) cameras and microphones are acceptable.

  • Make sure your computer’s speakers are working and turned on so that you can hear the notification tones for the test timer.

  • If you are using a laptop, make sure it is plugged in during the exam.

A supported browser.

Chrome or Firefox are the only supported browsers. Please update your browser prior to the exam.

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An approved form of unexpired photo ID. The name must match the name on the CLT student account and the picture must match the person testing.
  • Passport, driver’s license or permit, or state ID

  • High school ID (current year only), HSLDA Student ID (current year only), or college ID
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  • Military/military dependent ID
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  • If you do not have any of the above, you may print this CLT Student ID Form and have it notarized by a notary public, or signed and sealed by a school official.

Some recommended/permitted items include:

  1. Up to 6 sheets of blank scratch paper. Lined, graph, and printer paper are all acceptable.

  2. Up to 2 writing implements. Pens, pencils, and mechanical pencils are all acceptable.

  3. Water or other beverage. Avoid drinking excessive fluids as there is no restroom break during the test.

Other allowed items include a mouse and mouse pad, a lamp, extension cords and power strips, loose tissues, chewing gum, and a fan. Any background noises must be quiet enough that they do not obscure the sounds of the testing environment. Music is not permitted.

All students must remain appropriately clothed for the duration of the exam. This includes a shirt and pants/shorts or a dress. Failure to do so will result in your exam not being reviewed. 

Forbidden:

Other Technology:

  • Calculators

  • Phones, tablets, or other mobile devices

  • Headphones and earbuds

  • AI tools or other websites

  • Dictionaries or translation tools
    All apps, extensions, and programs should be turned off during the exam.

  • All watches
    This includes analog wrist watches as well as smart watches.

  • Additional monitors, television, or printer 
    If it is not possible to remove such items from the testing area, they must be turned off, out of reach, and, in the cases of monitors and TVs, covered or facing away from you.

External Resources:

  • People other than the tester
    Other people should not be in the same room as the tester at any time. Students must not communicate with anyone other than CLT for the duration of the exam.

  • Educational/reading material
    No books may be within reach, but closed books on a nearby shelf, table, etc. are acceptable.

Actions:

  • Cheating or seeking any  advantages in the exam

  • Recording or copying any test content

  • Moving out of camera view
    Students must keep at least their head and shoulders visible at all times.

  • Speaking or reading aloud during the exam 
    You may mouth the words to yourself or read them in a barely audible whisper, but reading aloud is a testing accommodation and requires prior approval.

  • Using keyboard shortcuts
    Navigation (Ctrl/⌘ + F), copying (Ctrl/⌘ + C), etc. 

How should I prepare for my remotely proctored exam?

Step 1:

Know the rules and requirements listed on this page.

Make any necessary changes to comply with them.

Step 2:

Confirm your account information is complete and correct. This includes:

  • Username and password
    Practice logging in here. You may reset your password from the login page if necessary.
  • Student profile 
  • Test registration
Step 3:

Prepare your computer.

  • Update: Make sure your device and browser have completed any necessary updates before test day. Reboot your device during the week leading up to the test.
  • Turn off all device notifications: Learn how from this article.
  • Disable parental controls: If your device has any parental control software installed, such as Net Nanny or Qustodio, we recommend temporarily disabling it during testing.
  • Disable all browser extensions: Learn how from this article.
  • Disable all ad-blockers: Ad and pop up blockers will prevent you from seeing our chat icon.  If you need help on test day, you will need to access live chat. Be sure you can see the icon below!
Step 4:

Take the Test Simulation on your CLT dashboard.

This will allow you to verify that your device and connection are likely to be compatible with our remote proctoring systems. Please complete the simulation through the "Verify Recording Transmission" step to ensure your equipment works. Feel free to continue with the practice exam for the full test experience. Find more information and instructions here.

Step 5:

Take the other practice tests on your CLT dashboard.

This will allow you to properly prepare for the content of the CLT exam.

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Visit this page for information on how to start your remotely proctored exam!

If you still have any questions after reading this page, please contact us at info@cltexam.com.