External Proctoring Services
External Proctoring Services are available for individuals who need to have an exam from another college or university proctored at Howard Community College. The Test Center is a member of the National College Testing (NCTA) and part of the Consortium of College Testing Centers. Visit our Professional Certification website if you are interested in taking a certification or licensure exam.
How to request External Proctoring Services
To request External Proctoring Services, please follow the steps below:
- Email hccproctor@howardcc.edu with the following information:
- Student Name and Phone Number
- Attending Institution
- Professor (or person of contact for exam) Name and E-Mail Address
- Check your e-mail for information on our hours of operation and instructions regarding scheduling.
- Schedule your exam. Please note we reserve the right to cancel appointments if we have not received all testing materials 2-3 business days prior to your appointment.
- Pay the $30 proctoring fee prior to testing. Exams exceeding three hours may incur additional fees. The proctoring fee can be paid in person before testing in the Cashier's Office (RCF-200A).
- Be prepared to adhere to Howard Community College’s policies and procedures when on campus. You can find our policies and procedures on our website here.
Please keep in mind when reaching out to schedule that it can take up to 3 business days for us to review and respond to all inquiries.
Availability
We offer External Proctoring Services during the hours listed below:
- Tuesdays: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
- Wednesdays: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Thursdays: 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Appointments can be scheduled any time during these hours. However, keep in mind the length of your test, as all tests will be collected at Test Center closing. If your exam must be proctored outside of the times listed above, please notify us and we will aim to accommodate to the best of our ability.*
*Please note that we cannot schedule any requests for appointments on Mondays or Fridays.
FAQs
Do you accept all requests for External Proctoring Services?
We accept most requests, but they are considered on a case-by-case basis. We do not accept walk-ins, same-day, or next-day appointment requests for our External Proctoring Services. In addition, we do not accept External Proctoring Requests for international institutions.
Can I make an appointment over the phone?
No. We are happy to assist with any questions via phone or in-person, but the official scheduling must be done via email using the process listed above.
How early should I reach out for scheduling?
We recommend reaching out at least 5 days prior to your desired appointment date, as it can take us time to receive and process the materials for your exam. We require all testing materials at least 2-3 business days prior to the desired appointment date.
Is there a fee for testing?
Yes. There is a $30 proctoring fee for all exams up to three hours. If your exam is longer than three hours, it may incur additional fees.