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Academic Aptitude Test (PAA)
If the Admissions Committee determines that you need to take the PAA, you will be notified by email. This test evaluates your math and verbal skills. As an element that forms part of the admission file, the score obtained is for the internal and exclusive use of the Admissions Committee.
You can take the test in person at our campuses and/or sites, considering the health protocols in effect.
On the admission process page you can:
- Select the date and time for taking the Academic Aptitude Test. You will receive an email with clear, detailed instructions for taking the test.
We have different tools for you in order to prepare for the PAA
PruebaT: it is a diagnostic test that will help you become familiar with the structure and type of questions of the PAA (you have 3 opportunities to use the simulator).
PrepáraTec: is an online workshop that you can take at your own pace. Go to: admision.tec.mx/PreparaTec
On-campus workshops: these are workshops offered on the campus of your choice. Ask your admissions advisor for details.
College Board PAA Study Guide: https://latam.collegeboard.org/publicaciones/guia-de-estudio-paa/
If your first language is English, you can take the SAT which is equivalent to the PAA. Sign up at: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/international-testing
English placement test
For programs with special requirements, you take this test during your admission process. For all other programs, you will take it during the Initial Evaluations stage, once you have received your admission result.
On the admission process page you can:
- Select the date and time when you would like to take the English placement test online. Remember to have a photo ID on hand to show on the day of the test.
Have in mind that for obtaining your degree you will need to demonstrate a B2 level in accordance with the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
If your result in the placement exam during the admission process is equivalent to A1 or A2, you will need to take English leveling courses as part of your academic load in accordance with the following:
- Level A1 - during the first and second semester
- Level A2 - during the first semester
The total academic load may not exceed 18 credits, including English leveling in the first and/or second semester.