TSIA Test Prep
TSI Assessment Preparation
The TSI Assessment consists of three sections: reading, writing, and mathematics. The minimum TSI Assessment scores required to satisfy TSI requirements are:
- Mathematics: 950 OR 910–949 with a Diagnostic score of 6
- ELAR (English Language Arts & Reading): 945–990 with an Essay score of at least 5 OR 910–944 with a Diagnostic score of 5 or 6 and an Essay score of 5–8.
TSI Test Prep Study Resources
- College Board Free Study App
- Lone Star College Test Preparation: Test Materials, Reviews, and Practice Tests
- Mometrix Test Preparation: Reviews, Practice Tests, and Study Guides
- Test Prep Review by Mometrix: Test Reviews, Practice Tests, and SelfAssessments
- The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) at Houston Community College TSI Pre-Assessment Activity: Practice Tests and Optional Resources
- TSI Practice Test.com: Practice Tests and Study Guides
Additional Resources:
- TSI Assessment Student Brochure: explains the general purpose and format of the test
- TSI Assessment Sample Questions: helps students familiarize themselves with the type of multiple-choice questions asked on the exam
- TSI Assessment Sample Essays & Scoring Guide: helps students understand the rubric used to score their essay AND goes through the five-paragraph persuasive essay as part of the writing section
- TSI Assessment Guide to Interpreting your Score: explains what scores indicate in terms of readiness to succeed in college-level courses