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Scoring

Exam scoring pages:
• Scoring method
• Exam results

Summary — Below is information about the exam scoring process. Please select a link below and scroll through the page:

• Scoring method (see questions below)
• Exam results (see questions below)

Scoring method

Please select a link below or view all questions and answers:

•	How is the passing score determined?
•	What measures are taken to identify flawed questions?
•	Are the exams graded on a curve? Is there a target pass rate?
•	Are the exam answer sheets machine-graded or hand-graded, or both?

Exam results

Please select a link below or view all questions and answers:

•	How and when will I be notified of my exam results?
•	Why does it take so long for NCEES to release scores?
•	Is it possible to access my exam results electronically or online?
•	How should I use the information furnished on the diagnostic report sent to failing candidates?
•	May I review my exam and appeal my results?