Avant Assessment

Avant Assessment

Avant STAMP (STAndards-Based Measurement of Proficiency) is an online, computer-adaptive test that measures language proficiency in Reading, Writing, Listening, and Speaking. Avant STAMP for ASL is a first-of-its-kind American Sign Language test. ASL learners are evaluated on their receptive skills (comprehension of signed ASL videos) and on expressive skills (production of signed ASL).

Sam Houston State University has a policy of accepting up to a maximum of thirty (30) hours of credit through a combination of national standardized examinations and/or locally designed and administered departmental tests. More than thirty (30) hours of credit by examination will be considered on an individual appeal basis. Policies are subject to change at any time.

  • EXAMS ACCEPTED FOR SHSU COURSE CREDIT

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    • Letter grades A and B take precedence over credit-by-exam.
    • Credit-by-Exam will automatically replace letter grades D and F. If a letter grade of C is listed on the transcript for a course in which credit-by-exam is also applicable, the C will take precedence over the credit-by-exam. Students will have the option to request credit (via credit-by-exam) in lieu of letter grade C. Students will initiate the change with the respective academic department and Admissions to finalize the change. Although credit-by-exam replaces letter grades C, D, and F, it does not remove the letter grade from the transcript.
    • Specific course prefixes, numbers, and credit hours will be awarded for acceptable scores but no grades will be awarded.
  • TEST OPTIONS AND APPOINTMENTS (Huntsville Campus)
    • In-Person Option: Click here for available test dates and times. 
    • Remote Option: Currently, the Testing Center does not offer a remote option for Avant exams. 
    • Report time: Report to the testing site at least 15-30 minutes before your scheduled testing time.
    • Exam length: 3 hours
  • REGISTRATION/ADMINISTRATION/TEST FEE
      • $50.00 (payable to the Testing Center)
      • $39.90 - $49.90 (payable to Avant, Inc.)
      • The Department of World Language and Culture currently covers the Testing Center and Avant fees for WOLC students (subject to change).
      • All fees are non-refundable.
  • REQUIRED ITEMS ON TEST DAY
    • Valid government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, state-issued ID, military ID, etc.)
    • Valid secondary ID - SHSU student ID
  • SCORE INFORMATION
    • Reading and Listening scores are available immediately. 
    • Writing and Speaking scores are typically available from 7 to 10 business days after test completion. During busy testing times (March-June), scoring may take longer.
    • Official score reports are sent to the Admissions Office for processing within 7-10 business days.
    • Students can request a copy of their score report directly from the Testing Center.
  • RETAKE POLICY
    • Avant exams = 90 days
  • ACCOMMONDATION REQUESTS
    • Review Avant Testing Accommodations.
    • The Testing Center must receive documentation of your accommodation at least two weeks in advance of your scheduled test date.
    • Additional documentation may be required by SHSU Services for Students with Disabilities Office.
  • AVANT RESOURCES

  • AVANT CONTACT INFORMATION
    • TESTING CENTER CONTACT INFORMATION
      • Website: shsu.edu/testing
      • Email test.ctr@shsu.edu
      • Phone: Call (936) 294-1025
      • Campus Location: Academic Building IV, Room 102
      • Mailing address: Box 2240, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2240