External Exam FAQ

We provide the service to external universities/colleges, non-profits, government agencies, and/or private businesses.

We handle both computer-based and paper-based exams, including any necessary software set-up.

Yes, we offer accommodated exams for students with disabilities. This includes adaptable furniture and specialized software such as Kurzweil, Dragon Naturally Speaking, JAWS, Inspire and more.

All front-line staff at MEC have received training in AODA standards, harassment and violence, as well as training in the use of adaptive technology and furniture. Front-line staff are available to assist students and proctors during office hours, as needed.

Absolutely, we can arrange scribes or readers for students who require such services during exams.

Yes, we have rooms suitable for quiet exams with reduced capacity. We can accommodate no more than five (5), ten (10), and 15 writers;

Yes, we can facilitate group exams in a quiet location or a dedicated computer lab; Group rates are available, please contact us for a quote.

Yes, we provide Private room bookings for exams that require individual testing environments.

An exam can be rescheduled subject to your institution’s policy. Submit your request in writing to ExternalExams@carleton.ca at least 2 weeks before your originally scheduled exam date. For any late rescheduling requests, our cancellation policy will apply.

Up to 50% of the exam fee can be withheld if cancellation is made less than 3 business days before the scheduled exam date.

MEC has designated quiet spaces at, or near, each of our two writing locations. If you are entitled to a supervised break, one of our proctors will escort you to the designated break spot and will remain with you as you enjoy your break.

Please leave your snack with the proctoring staff when they bring you into the writing space. When you would like to take your snack break, please alert one of our proctors and they will assist with this.