Testing Services is now using RegisterBlast for test management and student appointment scheduling. RegisterBlast allows faculty to submit exams to Testing Services and students to schedule testing appointments online.

Important: Students cannot schedule an appointment until the exam has been submitted in RegisterBlast.

When to Use RegisterBlast

Submit an exam for:

  • Make-up exams
  • Accommodation-based testing
  • Course exams requiring Testing Services
  • Other approved Testing Services requests

Best Practices

Submit exams as early as possible.

  • Gives students more appointment options
  • Helps Testing Services manage seating and staffing
  • Reduces last-minute scheduling issues

Creating an Exam Submission

  1. Log in.
  1. Create a new submission.
    • Select the + in the top right corner.
  2. Enter exam information.
    • Use a clear exam name that includes course, section, and exam title.
      • Examples:
        • ENG 111-07OA Midterm
        • MTH 154-01HP Final Exam
    • Complete the exam details:
      • Exam group: computer or paper — computer exams require the exam password; paper exams require uploading the exam file
      • Availability: start and end dates
      • Allotted minutes: standard exam length
      • Accommodations: add applicable time accommodations; RegisterBlast calculates extended testing time automatically when the student schedules
  3. Select testing locations.
    • Choose where the exam may be administered: Downtown Campus, Parham Road Campus, or both.
  4. Add exam materials.
    • Upload as applicable: exam file, testing instructions, supplemental materials.
  5. Provide proctor instructions.
    • Clearly identify all testing requirements, including:
      • Approved materials: books, notes/formula sheets, calculators, etc.
      • Online testing platform: Canvas, McGraw Hill Connect, etc.
      • Exam password, if applicable
      • Exam return method
      • Examples:
        • Open book permitted
        • One-page handwritten notes allowed
        • Scientific calculator only
  6. Submit the request.
    • Review all information and submit the exam.

Making Changes

  • Update the exam in RegisterBlast when possible.
  • Contact Testing Services for urgent changes or if exam materials change after submission.