Office of Academic Testing

 About the Major Field Tests
The Major Field Tests (MFTs) are innovative undergraduate and MBA outcome assessments designed to measure the basic knowledge and understanding achieved by students in a major field of study. Test results enable academic departments to better assess and refine curricula, and gauge the progress of students compared to others in the program and those in similar programs at schools throughout the country.

All MFTs are proctored, multiple choice exams designed to assess mastery of concepts and principles as well as knowledge expected of you at the conclusion of a major in specific subject areas. Many of the tests contain questions requiring interpretation of graphs, diagrams and charts based on material related to the field of study, and score reports may be used in making medium to high-stakes decisions.

The tests are two-hour, multiple-choice examinations. A&M-Corpus Christi administers the computerized-MFT exam. Test descriptions and sample questions are available at ETS Major Field Test Overview (click on Tour link for more information about the tests).
 
Accommodations for the Major Field Tests
The MFTs online system does not offer the usual accommodations (e.g., different color text, different color backgrounds, or enlarged type) considered most helpful to sight-impaired students. The exams are graphic-intensive. This means that enlarged type, in particular, would require excessive scrolling which could disadvantage students that are sight-impaired. As an alternative, large-print and Braille versions of all MFT titles can be made available upon request, but these are not kept in stock and can take as long as 6-8 weeks to create and be mailed to the University. For this type of accommodation, you should notify the Office of Academic Testing prior to the 12th class day of the semester they are graduating. If you are registered with Disability Services and would like to request additional test time, the request must be made with the Office of Academic Testing prior to the test day.
 
Who should take the MFTs?
For questions with regard to who should take the MFTs or which subject you should register for, please consult your advisor or department contacts.

Department Contacts for the Major Field Tests

Subject	Contact	Phone	Office Location
Biology	Dr. David Moury	361.825.3259	ST 319-C
Chemistry	Dr. Tim Causgrove	361.825.2399	CS 208
Computer Science	Dr. Charlotte Busch	361.825.2448	CI 332
Criminal Justice	Mr. Eric Moore	361.825.2396	BH 342
Economics	Dr. Patrick Crowley	361.825.6011	DRIFT 201E
Economics	Dr. Robert Vokurka	361.825.2458	FC 145
Mathematics	Dr. Blair Sterba-Boatwright	361.825.2724	CI 317
Political Science	Dr. Joseph Jozwiak	361.825.5997	BH 338
Psychology	Dr. Lisa Comparini	361.825.2184	BH 317
Sociology	Dr. Bilaye Benibo	361.825.5980	BH 346

 
When are the MFTs administered?
The Office of Academic Testing administers the Major Field Tests on three scheduled dates in both the spring and fall semesters.

Scheduled dates/times for the administration of the MFT

Examination Date/Time	Deadline to register
Friday, March 26, 2010 Test begins at: 3:45 p.m.	March 24, 2010
Friday, April 9, 2010 Test begins at: 3:45 p.m	April 10, 2010
Saturday, April 10, 2010 Test begins at: 10:45 a.m.	April 10, 2010
Friday, November 5, 2010 Test begins at: 3:45 p.m.	November 3, 2010
Saturday, November 6, 2010 Test begins at: 10:45 a.m.	November 3, 2010
Friday, November 12, 2010 Test begins at: 3:45 p.m.	November 10, 2010

 
How do I register for the MFTs?
You can register for the exam online by clicking here. Each exam has limited seating. If your first choice is no longer listed, then that exam date is no longer available and you will have to select a different date.
 
On the day of the test
On the day of the test, you should report to your assigned room with a form of identification containing a photograph (driver's license, ID card, military ID, or passport). The labs on the 2nd floor of Corpus Christi Hall are used for test administration. Your assigned room can be found on your confirmation form. You should report to the exam site at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled test time. Latecomers will not be permitted to enter the testing room.

The following items are prohibited in the testing room:

• Cell phones or pagers
• Hand-held calculators or calculator watches
• Any listening, copying, photographic, transmission, or receivingdevices
• Non-medical electronic devices (laptop computers, digital assistants)
• Wristwatch or digital cameras
• Dictionaries, books, pamphlets, reference materials, or papers of any kind
• Slide rules, protractors, compasses, or rulers
• Hats (unless worn for religious requirements)
• Highlighter pens or colored pens and pencils
• Food or drinks.

Watch alarms or time reminders will need to be turned off.