Office of Testing and Evaluation
About the Office of Testing and Evaluation
Our mission is to provide quality assessment and evaluation support through the collection and processing of tests and evaluation data.
Virtual Office of Testing and Evaluation
While Baruch College is operating remotely, the Office of Testing and Evaluation is offering virtual services where staff members can assist with your needs.
CUNY Proficiency Requirements; CUNY Assessment Tests
The City University of New York (CUNY) requires all students to demonstrate proficiency in English (reading and writing) and math in order to enroll in credit-bearing courses in the associated subject. Students may establish proficiency in a variety of ways, including, but not limited to meeting benchmark scores on the SAT, ACT, and New York State Regents exams or via the CUNY Proficiency Index.
The CUNY Assessment Test are critical in measuring an applicant’s readiness for college-level academic work and used by administrators, academic counselors and advisors to determine applicant’s course placements
Course Placements
The Office of Testing and Evaluation places incoming students into the appropriate courses in English and mathematics.
Placement Tests are used by administrators, academic counselors and advisors to determine student’s course placements.
Ability to Benefit (ATB) Examination
For New York State Financial Aid Programs
Students who are New York State residents and have a foreign high school diploma are required to meet the New York State ATB standards in order to be eligible for the state’s financial aid programs including the Tuition Assistance Program (TAP).
| Effective September 28, 2020: New Examination Requirements and Cut Scores. Please visit the ATB page for more information |
Student Course and Faculty Evaluation
The Student Course and Faculty Evaluation program provides an opportunity for students to rate their professor(s) and the course(s) they are taking. Students are able to provide anonymous written feedback to their professors.
Students are encouraged to be as constructive as possible in their assessments. The professors receive their results after final grades have been posted.
Members of the Baruch Community can view the quantitative data for faculty members who have authorized its release.
COVID-19 Remote Operations
The Office of Testing and Evaluation along with Baruch College is practicing Social Distancing and currently providing academic and student support services to students remotely. There will be no in-person services.
Please utilize our Virtual Office service.
Office Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m
Saturday and Sunday: Closed
Please note that the schedule is subject to change, without notice, depending on office operations.