General Science (10)

The General Science (10) test is being redeveloped, and is scheduled to be retired in Summer 2021. The new test will be available in Summer 2021.

Format

Computer-based test (CBT); 100 multiple-choice questions and 2 open-response assignments

Time

4 hours and 15 minutes total appointment time

15 minutes for CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement
4 hours testing time

Test Dates

By appointment year-round, Monday through Saturday (excluding some holidays)
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Test Centers

Located in Massachusetts and nationwide
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Qualifying Score

240

Fee

$139
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Score Reporting

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Notes

Calculators are prohibited.
A periodic table is provided on-screen with your test. Review it now PDF file

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This test includes one or more assignments that allow you to handwrite and scan your responses. Review the tutorial video and scanning instructions (the instructions will be available during your test).

Testing Policies

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Prepare

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Tests may include questions that will not count toward candidates' scores. These questions are placed on the test to collect information about how well they perform under actual testing conditions.