TEST DESCRIPTION:  The MAT (Miller Analogies Test) consists of 120 multiple-choice items based on many areas designed to measure scholastic aptitude at the graduate level. Analogies appear in the standard format A:B::C:D. Any of the four elements may be blank and the examinee should select the option which completes the analogy. Scores are based on the number of correctly answered items with NO PENALTY FOR GUESSING.
Do not spend too much time on those items that cause you trouble; you may return to them after you have gone through the rest of the exam.

The MAT may be taken at USC up to THREE TIMES within a twelve month period of time. Only the computerized version is available; paper and pencil tests are no longer given.

The MAT is offered at USC by appointment only. The total cost of the test is $75. To sign up for an appointment, candidates must submit an MAT registration form along with a $25 deposit. Please fill in the form completely and include up to three choices for your MAT appointment; you will be notified by either e-mail or phone of your confirmed appointment. A remaining balance of $50 is due at the time of your appointment. All payments should be made by check or money order payable to "USC Testing Services".

ADMINISTRATION DATES: The MAT is generally offered Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Beginning in September 2007, we will test at 9:30 AM, 11:30 AM, and 2:00 PM.

TIME LIMIT: The timed portion of the test is 60 minutes. Please allow at least 80 minutes for full administration.

ID REQUIREMENTS: On the scheduled test date, candidates should report to Room 345 of the Russell House University Union with two (2) forms of identification, one of which should be a current and valid driver's license or passport, as well as a check or money order for $50.00 made payable to "USC TESTING SERVICES." Please note that cash will not be accepted.

RESCHEDULING POLICY: If you wish to reschedule your test, you must do so at least three (3) business days in advance of your test date, or you will forfeit your $25 registration fee. Call 803-777-2782 to reschedule.

CANCELLATION POLICY: If you have to cancel your test, you must do so at least three (3) business days in advance of your test date, or you will forfeit your $25 registration fee. Checks and money orders will be destroyed if you cancel with the three day advance notice. Call 803-777-2782 to cancel.

TEST SCORES: All tests are scored by Harcourt Assessments, Inc. in Texas. Score reports are not mailed to designated score recipients until at least two to four weeks after the date of testing. The Office of Testing Services does not receive copies of test scores. A preliminary (unofficial) score is provided upon the completion of the computer based version of the test.

TEST PREPARATION: The Office of Orientation and Testing does not provide test preparation classes. Commercially prepared study guides are available at most bookstores. Additional information is available at the MAT website www.milleranalogies.com.

ADDITIONAL SCORE REPORTS: Additional score reports will be sent only upon written request to Harcourt Assessments, Inc. Your letter should include your name, social security number, date of birth, signature, and complete addresses of those who are to receive score reports and a money order or check for the transcript fee. The exact transcript fee appears on the Score Report Request Form which accompanies your personal record of your scores.

Address requests to:
Harcourt Assessments, Inc
MAT Customer Relations
19500 Bulverde Rd.
San Antonio, TX 78259

Please contact the Office of Orientation and Testing Services if you have any questions or concerns. Call 803-777-2782 or e-mail usctesting@gwm.sc.edu.

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