Fall 2026 ProctorU Instructions
(For full instructions for incoming students, please consult the New Student Guide first.)
Step 1: Create a ProctorU Account
- Create a ProctorU Account and download the Guardian Secure Browser.
- Select your Institution’s name from the dropdown menu and fill out all the required information before submitting.
- Download the Guardian Secure Browser.
- Note: Administrator Access is required to download the browser. View the full list of requirements.
Step 2: Schedule Your Exam
- Login and click the “Schedule New Session” button.
- Confirm your institution (Howard University), term (Fall), and exam name (MPE Testing - Howard University, Fall 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
Review the following videos:
- Student Experience – Colleges and Universities
- Important Notice for MacOS X Catalina And Big Sur Users
Review the following articles:
Need Help?
For questions, please contact acelearningsupport@howard.edu
- Help Center
- Support Chat
- Support Ticket
- Phone: 1-855-772-8678