Testing Services

National and State Exams

Testing Services

Exams to start your next journey.

Testing Services provides a variety of national and state examinations in a secure, professional testing environment. Review the information below for registration information, scheduling details, exam-day policies, and payment instructions.

National Exams

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

Purdue Fort Wayne is a national testing site for the College Level Examination Program (CLEP). CLEP exams evaluate college-level knowledge gained through independent study, military training, work experience, or other educational experiences. Successfully passing a CLEP exam may allow students to earn college credit for specific courses.

Testing Services offers all CLEP examinations; however, not all exams may be accepted for credit at Purdue Fort Wayne. Students should consult with their academic advisor or home institution to determine whether CLEP credit will be accepted.

How to Schedule a CLEP Exam

Step 1: Register with College Board

Create or log in to your CollegeBoard account and register for your CLEP exam.

You will receive a CLEP Registration Ticket after completing your registration.

Step 2: Schedule Your Exam at Purdue Fort Wayne

After registering with College Board, complete the online scheduling form below.

Schedule Your CLEP Exam at PFW

Important Information

Most CLEP exams take approximately 90 minutes to complete.
All CLEP exams are timed.
Students may take a maximum of two CLEP exams per testing date.
Students must bring a valid government-issued photo ID and their CLEP Registration Ticket on the day of testing.

Fees and Payment

Students are responsible for two separate fees:

$97 CLEP exam fee paid directly to College Board during the CLEP registration process.
$20 Purdue Fort Wayne Testing Services administration fee paid online through the PFW Testing Services Store.

If your institution requires an optional essay, there is an additional $10 essay fee, which must also be paid online through the PFW Testing Services Store.

Payment Information:

All PFW Testing Services fees must be paid online through the PFW Testing Services Store.
- Payments are not accepted in the Testing Services office.
- Testing Services cannot accept cash, checks, or credit card payments in person.

Our office address information is:

Purdue University Fort Wayne - Testing Services
Kettler Hall, Room 232
2101 East Coliseum Boulevard
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805

If you need test accommodations based on a disability, please contact the director of Testing Services at least seven business days before the scheduled test date. Disability documentation may be required.

State Exams

INDIANA PLUMBING EXAM (PROV)

You can take the Indiana Plumbing Exam with Testing Services through ProV.

Review the following information so that you are fully prepared for your test:

Exams are given on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.; exam dates may be restricted during Purdue Fort Wayne finals.
You will need to register for the exams either online or by calling 866-750-2579.
Testing-room temperatures may vary; it is advisable to bring a sweater or jacket.
Cell phones and personal items are not allowed at the testing stations. Lockers are available for secure storage during your exam; you will keep the key with you and return it after your test.

For campus directions, please visit the campus map: PFW CAMPUS MAP.

Free parking is available for guests in lots or garages with white parking lines.

For important exam information, visit Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors North Central Indiana Association.

Visit Indiana Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors for licensing updates.

Our testing center serve as secure locations for exam administration. We ask that you adhere to the following general policies when testing at our locations.

A valid Purdue ID or government-issued photo ID is required to use the testing center.
All personal items must be stored as directed for the duration of testing. This includes coats, hats, liquids, food, smart watches or other devices, wallets, purses, keys and earbuds. No cell phones are allowed in the testing center at any time.
Earplugs may be used, but only if provided by the testing center staff.
Access to personal items, such as phones, bags or study materials is not permitted during testing.
The only materials allowed at the testing workstation are those allowed by faculty, such as scratch paper, formula sheets and calculators.
All scratch paper must be returned to the proctor before leaving the testing center.
Testing aids of any kind are prohibited in the testing center, including, but not limited to, phones, electronic or photographic devices, watches, books, notes and rulers unless noted in the test instructions.
Testers using unauthorized aids may forfeit their exam and be asked to leave the testing center and/or have their conduct reported to their instructor or testing company.
You must have the proctor’s permission to leave the testing center while testing.
Communication with anyone outside of the testing center is prohibited while testing.
No talking or disruptive behavior is permitted during testing.
Children and visitors are not allowed in the testing center.

Purdue Fort Wayne Testing Services staff are authorized to dismiss testers for violation of any testing center policies, misconduct or cheating.

If you are more than 15 minutes late, your appointment may be canceled and you may be required to reschedule. If you are unable to attend your appointment, please contact Testing Services as soon as possible.

All testing sessions are monitored and recorded for security purposes. By scheduling your exam at PFW Testing Services, you consent to being recorded and monitored during your testing session.

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