Spring 2026 ProctorU Instructions

(For full instructions for incoming students, please consult the New Student Checklist first.)

Five Steps to Proctored Math Placement Exams

Step 1: Create a ProctorU Account and download the Guardian Secure Browser

Create a ProctorU Account and sign up:

Step 2: Schedule your exam

  • Login and click the “Schedule New Session” button.
  • Confirm your institution (Howard University), term (Spring), and exam name (MPE Testing - Howard University, Spring 2026), then click “Search Sessions.”
  • Use the calendar and clock features on the left to select your desired testing date and time.
  • Note: Please schedule at least 72 hours in advance of the date/time you want to take your exam.
  • If you are unsure of the exam name, please contact your instructor.

Step 3: Test your equipment

View the minimum requirements outlined on this page. Log in to your ProctorU account and test your equipment.

Please test your equipment before exam day in an environment that is identical to or close to the location where you are planning to actually take your exam.

Step 4: Prepare for your exam day

  • Test in a private, well-lit room with no one else in it.
  • Close all third-party programs and unplug any secondary monitors.
  • Have a government-issued ID or other institution-permitted ID.
  • Remove any non-religious head coverings, watches, earbuds, and headphones.
  • Clear your workspace of all materials except those allowed by your instructor.
  • Ensure your computer passes the equipment test and the Guardian Secure Browser is installed.

Step 5: Know what to expect on your exam day.

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Need Help?

For questions, please contact acelearningsupport@howard.edu