Test Center Resources and Marketing Materials
The new DSST Test Administrator Resource Center provides you with forms, documents and other information to help you effectively administer DSST exams.
Click here to review the TCNET ADMINISTRATION GUIDE
DSST Program Information
PCI Compliance
Prometric does not use anyone’s personally identifiable information for any purpose other than to administer a testing program including DSST. To that end, testing candidates who provide confidential information to Prometric can be assured that it will be handled with industry standard security. All personal candidate data and payment information, whether captured by our online registration system or by our professional contact center staff, is contained in secure database systems that support testing activity.
Secure Testing Browser
Our TCNet web site is protected by a digital certificate provider, and whenever personal information is requested or displayed on TCNet, we use encryption technology such as Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption to prevent unauthorized access to data.
Testing Accommodations
We take pride in the amount of support we are able to provide to test takers. While requests for testing accommodations must be reasonable, approved (based upon appropriate documentation) and scheduled prior to a test taker appearing for an examination, we are committed to making sure you receive the appropriate accommodations to which you are entitled.
Please note that accommodations may vary by location. Prometric may also be required to work in conjunction with your testing location to provide approved accommodations. To request a testing accommodation for your exam, please call 1-800-967-1139.
If you have any problems please send an email to dsstcenter@prometric.com or call 866-794-3497.
Download the electronic version of any of our available collateral material by selecting the PDF below.
DSST Poster Copy
Available for Download Only
This poster highlights the key features of the DSST Exams, and is sized for printing at 8.5×11 inches.
DSST Poster
Available for Download Only
This poster highlights the key features of the DSST Exams, and is sized for printing at 18×24 inches.
DSST Trifold Brochure
Available for Download Only
This printable brochure summarizes the key value propositions of the DSST exams, and lists the available exam titles.
DSST Overview One Pager
Available for Download Only
This one-pager summarizes the key value propositions of taking a DSST exam, and lists the available exam titles.
DSST Public Speaking Exam Card
Available for Download Only
This 8.5 x 5.5 card describes the best techniques for successful public speaking.
Exam Card: DSST Geology/Ethics in Technology
Available for Download Only
Double-sided, 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 card featuring a breakdown of the content areas for each featured exam.
Exam Card: DSST Math For Liberal Arts/Principles of Advanced English Composition
Available for Download Only
Double-sided, 8 1/2 x 5 1/2 card featuring a breakdown of the content areas for each featured exam.
DSST Exam Content Outlines with Sample Questions
Available for Download Only
There is a sheet for each exam. Please select your exam and then click the “Download PDF” button
DSST Exam Sheet: Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Available for Download Only
Descriptive 1-page bulletin on the Fundamentals of Cybersecurity Exam.
Test Taker Bulletin
Available for Download Only
All the test taker needs to know about the DSST exam is in this test taker booklet! The booklet guides the test taker providing information on where to take the exams, exam fees, policies, scoring and where to find test preparation materials. It also include FAQs, how to get transcripts and printable transcript order forms. Individual exam content outlines with sample questions are now available as downloadable PDFs.
Scoring 101 Exam
Available for Download Only
This 8 1/2 x 11, 2-sided sheet describes the two scoring methodologies used by DSST test developers.
DSST Exam List
Available for Download Only
This sheet features each of the currently offered DSST Exams by category. Must-have for academic advisors and test centers.
DSST Test Candidate Military Funding Guide
Available for Download Only
The Funding Guide features a DANTES funding eligibility chart for service members who take DSST Exams. Great resource for any on-base or off-base test centers that serve military personnel.
Test Center DSST Intro Sheet for Students (co-brandable)
Available for Download Only
This one-sided, 8.5 X 11 sheet can be co-branded with your university logo and test center information before being distributed to students.
DSST Logo Infographic
Available for Download Only
This two-sided, shaped DSST logo features program facts and figures and serves as an at-a-glance- introduction to the DSST Credit-by-Exam Program. Ideal for students, college advising offices, and test centers.
This 3-panel brochure is for institutions who are interested in learning about the benefits of accepting DSST exam credits and delivering DSST exams. Brochure also contains information about serving the military community as a fully-funded test center.
Frequently Asked Questions
Order through Parchment, our online transcript ordering service:
- Register for or login to an existing account.
- Select your documents.
- Input your order details.
- Submit/pay for your transcript.
- Track your order.
Contact the DSST Exam Team to order a score report if:
- You did not provide a school code when you registered your exam.
- You would like a copy of your score report for your personal records.
- You would like the scores of an exam that you had previously taken forwarded to another institution.
How to Contact the DSST Exam Team:
Email: getcollegecredit@prometric.com
Phone: 1.877.471.9860
DSST exams are internet or paper-based, multiple choice formats. Test takers are given two hours to take the 100 question exam. DSST exams must be taken at authorized testing centers, mostly on college campuses. Click here to find an institution that accepts and/or administers DSST exams.
The test fee is $100 per exam. This fee does not include any administrative costs the testing site may require.
Prior to the test administration, all test takers must present current and valid picture identification such as a driver’s license, passport, or picture student identification. DANTES funded eligible military test takers must provide a valid Common Access Card (CAC). Only test takers should be permitted into the testing room. Unauthorized visitors are not permitted in the testing room at any time.
Registration and payment is completed at the testing center within the testing platform on the day of the exam.
No, the registration process is completed at the testing center on your scheduled day and time.
You can locate an authorized DSST testing center here. You should contact the selected testing center prior to taking the exam to understand their policies. Some locations do not allow walk-ins and require exams to be scheduled.
If your exam requires the use of a calculator, you may bring a calculator that meets the specifications (refer to the Auxiliary Testing Materials section of this publication). For paper-based exams, you may also bring No. 2 pencils with an eraser and black ballpoint pens. Regardless of the exam methodology, you are NOT allowed to bring reference or study materials, scratch paper, electronics such as cell phones, personal handheld devices, cameras, alarm wrist watches, or tape recorders to the testing center.
You can search the list of schools accepting DSST exams by clicking the link below. Make sure to consult with your advisor to be sure the exam you want to take fits your curriculum needs and will be accepted. If you can’t find the school of your choice, contact your academic advisor or the admissions officer at your school.
You can locate your institution’s DSST code by searching for your institution. The code is located on the left corner of the institution’s name. Click here to search for your institution.
Please contact the DSST phone team to provide your schools demographic information prior to testing. If not done, you will be subject to follow the Transcript / Score Report request process. No exceptions. (To obtain a copy of your score report, please visit our website https://ibt.prometric.com/dsst)
If no school code is applied upon testing, you will be subject to follow the Transcript / Score Report request process. No exceptions. (To obtain a copy of your score report, please visit our website https://ibt.prometric.com/dsst
For Military: enter the code for the branch’s Transcript / Score Report service if you are not sending the score report to another school.
- CCAF: 7992
- AARTS (Now JST): 7965
- SMARTS (Now JST): 7964
- Coast Guard (Now JST): 7968
Exam results are available to the test taker immediately after Internet-based exams are taken. Test takers may login to the testing platform at any time to review and reprint their score report. For students who take paper-based exams, scores will be mailed.
No. The score will be sent through e-mail communication to the e-mail address listed during exam registration
Yes. Please contact us over the phone at 1.877.471.9860 to request a re-evaluation. It will take 3-4 weeks for the speech to be re-evaluated. (additional fee applies)
For official scores to be mailed to the institution of your choice, you must provide the institution’s 4-digit DSST code at the time of your examination. Note that some schools require a student to be enrolled before the institution will accept the score report. Due to privacy and security requirements, scores will not be reported over the phone under any circumstance. Check with your school 4-6 weeks after testing to verify your scores have been received. If for some reason your school has not received them, please contact the DSST Team at 877-471-9860. Students have the option to expedite score reports to the school by calling over the phone to request expedited shipping (Additional fee applies).
Score reports are sent to the school/institution you designated on test day. Your school/institution should receive your score report within 90 days of your test date. A delayed score may be the result of an incorrect institution code. If your score report is delayed, contact your school directly.
Testing irregularities that affect the test taker can occasionally occur, such as administrative errors, defective materials, availability of test content and other disruptions of test administrations. In the event of these occurrences, Prometric will investigate, and appropriate actions will be taken based on the findings. Contact our candidate care team for assistance, 1-800-853-6769.
Test centers and Prometric will provide reasonable testing accommodations set forth under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to allow test takers with documented disabilities to participate in taking DSST exams. If you have a disability and require special arrangements, please call 1-800-967-1139.
DSST is an approved VA National Testing Program under the Post 9/11 GI Bill. The VA will reimburse the DSST exam fee ($100) and the testing center administrative fee (amount varies per location). Visit the VA Website for more information.
Please visit the Prometric appeals website and fill out the online request form. Click here to request an appeal. Click here to request a refund.
All test takers are eligible to retest after a 30 day wait period. NOTE: For eligible military students, DANTES only funds the first attempt to pass an exam; any subsequent attempts to pass a failed exam will be the test takers’ responsibility.
Should you have more questions or need more information, you can contact us through one of the following:
Customer Service Line (toll free): 1-877-471-9860