Test Proctoring Request Process

To schedule your exam with our Testing Center, you will need to submit your request in the DSS Student Portal under "Alternative Testing". If you don’t see an exam listed in the portal, then you should enter the exam into the system (Date, Time, and Duration). 

To check if your exam has been scheduled, you can check your exam status in the DSS Student Portal under "Upcoming Exams Scheduled".

If you forget to submit a test proctoring request at least seven (7) days in advance of your exam date, you will need to submit your request formally to dsstestgwu [dot] edu (dsstest[at]gwu[dot]edu) and copy your professor. In doing so, you must include the following details (incomplete requests may not be considered):

• Professor’s name
• Course title, number and section
• Exam day and time
• Brief explanation regarding why your request is late
• Be sure to copy your professor on ALL late requests

We recognize that mistakes are inevitable, however we must adhere to a consistent, smooth scheduling process for the benefit of all the students and professors who coordinate exams with our office. We will make decisions about late requests on a case-by-case basis.