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PRAXIS (PPST) II Subject Exam:


General Information: The PPST II Subject Assessments is designed to measure your content knowledge of the subject you will teach. The tests may be multiple choice or a combination of multiple choice and constructed response.

Test Dates: The PRAXIS II tests are administered six times a year on Saturday in a paper and pencil format. The tests are in September, November, January, March, April, and June. Check the PRAXIS web site or PRAXIS registration bulletin for exact test dates.

Registration Information: Call (920) 424-1432 to request a registration bulletin. Registration forms must be mailed in to the PRAXIS program by the appropriate deadline. Registration can also be done on-line at www.ets.org/praxis by the appropriate deadline.

Cost: The cost for a PRAXIS II test ranges from $60-$115 depending on the test taken. In addition, there is a $40 registration fee per test date.

ID Requirement: A current government issued photo, signature bearing ID is required along with your admission ticket.

Length of Test: Subject Assessments range from one hour to four hours depending on the test.

Special Testing Accommodations: Information and registering at www.ets.org/praxis/prxdsabl.html

Study Materials: Study Guides are available at reference sections of larger bookstores and at UW Oshkosh, University Books and More. UW Oshkosh students can find books on reserve in the EMC of Polk Library or for two week check-out through the Reading Study Center. For information and on-line ordering of PPST study materials, log on to the PRAXIS web site at www.ets.org/praxis and click on the Test Preparation link.

Preparation Assistance: UW Oshkosh students are encouraged to take advantage of the free services provided through the Reading Study Center. Contact the RSC for study guides, workshops, and individual appointments: http://www.uwosh.edu/programs/readingstudycenter/.