EA exam-day guide
EA · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Primary photo ID
Bring an unexpired government-issued photo ID that includes your signature and matches the name on your appointment. Confirm the exact acceptable ID forms with the test provider before test day. (needs_review: confirm with provider)
Appointment confirmation
Have your confirmation number, test center address, date, time, and the EA part(s) you are scheduled to take.
Secondary ID
Some test centers may require a second form of identification. Confirm whether a secondary ID is required and what forms are accepted. (needs_review: confirm with provider)
Travel and arrival plan
Know the route, parking, and backup plan. Plan to arrive at least 30 minutes early; confirm the provider's late-arrival policy.
Personal-item plan
Leave phones, smart watches, notes, bags, and other unauthorized items at home or plan to store them as instructed. Do not carry study materials into the test room.
Comfort items
Dress in layers and plan for a quiet waiting area. Confirm whether water, snacks, or tissues are allowed in the test room. (needs_review: confirm with provider)
Calculator policy
Confirm whether an on-screen calculator is provided and whether any personal calculator is permitted. Do not bring a personal calculator unless the provider explicitly allows it. (needs_review: confirm with provider)
Accommodations or medication
If you need testing accommodations, medication, or extra breaks, arrange and confirm them well before test day. (needs_review: confirm with provider)
Focused review sheet
Bring or review a one-page summary of your weakest topics, formulas, and ethics reminders. Do not try to learn new material on exam day.
Sleep and food plan
Protect a normal sleep schedule and eat a normal meal before the test. Avoid heavy caffeine or unfamiliar food.
Provider contact information
Save the test provider's phone number and your appointment details so you can call immediately if you are delayed or cannot locate the center.
Plan the day
Confirm appointment date/time/location, ID requirements, and any calculator or break rules with the provider. Write down the answers.
Take one timed practice set or review missed questions, then stop heavy new study. Focus on weak areas and test-taking pacing.
Put your ID, confirmation, and review sheet in one place. Adjust sleep so you are rested for the appointment time.
Pack only allowed items. Leave prohibited electronics and notes at home or plan secure storage.
Confirm travel time, parking, and a backup route. Check weather and transit advisories.
Do a light review of your summary sheet, then stop. Avoid cramming new topics and get a full night's sleep.
Eat a normal meal, dress in layers, and leave early. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your appointment unless the provider says otherwise.
At check-in, present your ID and confirmation, follow sign-in procedures, and store personal items exactly as instructed.
Read the instructions and note the timer. Pace yourself so you can answer every question and still review flagged items.
Answer each question, flag uncertain ones, and return to them if time allows. Do not leave blanks unless the software penalizes wrong answers; confirm the scoring rule with the provider.
If you take a break, follow the administrator's break procedure and remember that the clock may keep running. Confirm the break policy before you start.
Check for unanswered questions and flagged items. Submit only when you have reviewed the items you planned to revisit.
Rules to check
Bring an unexpired government-issued photo ID with your signature; the name must match your appointment exactly. Acceptable ID forms and any secondary-ID requirement vary, so confirm them with the provider before test day.
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your appointment. Late arrival may result in denied entry and forfeiture of your fee; confirm the provider's late-arrival policy.
Do not bring phones, smart watches, notes, or other unauthorized materials into the test room. Possession of prohibited items can lead to dismissal or score cancellation.
Follow all test administrator instructions. Misconduct, attempting to remove exam materials, or disrupting other candidates can void your scores.
Breaks may be available, but the test clock generally continues during unscheduled breaks. Confirm the specific break procedure with the test administrator before you begin.
Each EA part is scored separately, and you must meet the passing standard for each part you take. Confirm the current passing score, score-report timing, and retake rules with the provider.
If you need accommodations, medication, or extra breaks, arrange them with the provider in advance; do not assume they will be available on test day.