Wrapping up

You’ve reached the end of the course. This section walks you through the next step: registering for the test and planning for test day.

Testing registration

The Praxis Core: Reading (5713) is administered by the Educational Testing Service (ETS). You can take it on its own, or you can take it alongside Praxis Writing (5723) and Math (5733) by registering for the Praxis Core Combined Test (5752).

To register, you’ll need to create an ETS Praxis account (if you haven’t already). Go to the Praxis registration page to create your account, register, and choose a test date.

Additional information

The test is offered on college campuses and at Prometric testing sites across the country. In some cases, you may also be able to take it from home with remote supervision.

• Make sure the name you use to register matches your primary form of identification exactly. If it doesn’t, you may not be allowed to take the exam.
• Check whether your state requires additional tests here.
• Each of the three sections - Reading, Writing, and Math - costs $90 to take. If you register to take all three at once, it costs $150.

Passing score requirements vary by state. However, all states require at least 58% in Reading, 56% in Writing, and 52% in Math. Be sure to verify the required score for your state.

You can retake the test as many times as needed, but you must wait at least 28 days between test dates. You’ll also need to pay the test fee again, but there is no additional retake fee.

Testing accommodations are available for test-takers who qualify under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA). To see whether you qualify and how to apply, check here.

Final thoughts

On test day, focus on the basics that help you perform consistently:

• Get enough sleep the night before.
• Eat a solid breakfast.
• Wear comfortable clothing.
• Arrive early (or log in early, if testing remotely) so you have time to handle check-in steps.