Frequently Asked Questions
• Why should I take a test preparation course?
• How do I register for a preparatory course?
• Who is eligible to register for preparatory courses?
• Will my preparatory course show up on my transcript?
• Does taking a preparatory course register me for the test?
• How do I withdraw from a preparatory course?
• Do I have to purchase a parking decal?
Why should I take a prep course?
Know What To Expect. You could do it alone, but why take the chance? Any exam is difficult if you do not know what to expect. Getting an overview of the test’s format, refreshing your memory on what you have already learned, and taking a practice test will go a long way toward getting you ready for the exam.
Handling Anxiety. Many people become anxious when they are being tested, which can negatively impact their score. Recognizing the signs of anxiety and knowing specific techniques to deal with them can help you perform better on an exam.
Affordable & Accessible. Why would you invest your hard-earned money and then not make every effort to be ready on exam day? If you do not earn the score you were hoping for, you will have to pay again to take the admissions exam. Once you have paid for a preparatory course with us, you can come back anytime within one year and retake the course for an administrative fee of $50 per course.
For more information on the most effective way you can prepare yourself for graduate and professional school admittance exams, or to enroll, call 1-800-288-5845. Visit the official exam website for in-depth information:
LSAT – www.lsac.org
GMAT – www.mba.com
GRE – www.gre.org
SAT – www.sat.org
CLA – www.nala.org/cert.htm
Testing and Evaluation – www.fau.edu/testing
When is the next preparatory course, how much does the course cost, and what materials do I need to buy?
Click on the test of interest for a complete schedule and pricing:
GMAT GRE LSAT SAT CLAST GRE Math Fundamentals CLA
How do I register for a preparatory course?
To register by phone. Call 1-800-228-5845 and use your Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card or American Express. Please have your credit card information ready.
To register by mail. Complete the form below and mail it to Florida Atlantic University, 777 Glades Road, Test Preparation, Continuing Education Hall, Room 200, Boca Raton, Florida 33431.
To register by fax. Dial 561-297-3987 and fax the enrollment form below. Please be sure to fill out the form in its entirety.
To register in person. Visit our offices at: Continuing Education Hall, Room 200, at the Boca Raton campus. Click on appropriate campus for directions:
Boca Raton Campus Davie Campus
Payment for courses. Can be made by Visa, MasterCard, Discover Card, American Express, check, cash or company purchase order. Payment is due at the time of enrollment. Make checks payable to Florida Atlantic University. Cash payments (exact amounts only) must be made in person.
Flexible registration. FAU offers continuous enrollment opportunities by telephone, mail, fax, and in person right up to the day your continuing education course begins, if space is available.
Who is eligible to register for preparatory courses?
Preparatory courses are non-credit courses and anyone is welcome to register.
Will my preparatory course show up on my transcript?
No. The test preparatory courses will not appear on your transcript. You will not receive a letter grade for this course.
Does taking a preparatory course register me for the exam?
No. To register for an exam, contact FAU’s Testing and Evaluation Department at 561-297-3160 or go online:
LSAT – www.lsac.org
GMAT – www.mba.com
GRE – www.gre.org
SAT – www.sat.org
CLA – www.nala.org/cert.htm
Testing and Evaluation – www.fau.edu/testing
How do I withdraw from a preparatory course?
If you must cancel, please notify us by phone or fax at least 48 hours before
the
course begins. You will receive a full refund minus a $15 processing fee for
each course. If less than 48 hours notice is given you will be charged a $40
processing fee for each course. No cancellations will be accepted AFTER a course
begins. If a course is cancelled by us for any reason, you will receive a full
refund.
How can I get a discount?
You can receive a 10% team discount on selected courses when three or more people from one company enroll in the same non-credit course. We ask that you enroll at the same time and use one method of payment.
Do I have to purchase a parking decal?
Yes. Parking permits or decals are required on all FAU campuses. You must purchase a parking permit for $15 at the time of registration. For more information on the Traffic/Parking Office location and office hours, call 561-297-2771.