Tubman University Placement Exam

It serves two purposes: admission screening, showing whether your secondary-level skills are strong enough for university study, and placement, sorting admitted students into the right starting level in English and mathematics. Treat it as a skills check rather than a subject-specific competition.

Mainly Liberian secondary school graduates and school-leavers applying for undergraduate entry, plus applicants whose prior results are old, incomplete or from a different system. If you are unsure whether your background requires it, ask the admissions office before paying or travelling.

The published format is predominantly multiple choice across the six domains, with a written composition or short-answer component reported but not confirmed. Question counts and section timings change between sittings, so the university publishes the current figures; check its official site or admissions office rather than relying on older candidates.

Difficulty sits at the stronger end of senior secondary work. English involves inference and vocabulary in context, not just literal recall. Maths stays within arithmetic, ratios, percentages, basic algebra and geometry. Science and social studies items test general understanding rather than advanced specialisation.

Most candidates benefit from six to ten weeks of regular practice. Take one full timed diagnostic early, score it by domain, and spend roughly two-thirds of your study time on your two weakest areas. Short daily sessions beat occasional long ones for reading speed and mental arithmetic.

Start with English and mathematics, which carry the largest weights and underpin the reasoning section. Add quantitative reasoning next because it rewards the same maths drills. Then rotate science and social studies for factual coverage, and finish with timed writing practice so composition does not become the neglected section.

Retake rules, waiting periods and any associated costs are set by the university and are not fixed publicly. Ask the admissions office directly about the next available sitting and whether a previous result limits your options. Plan your first attempt as if it were final.

Running out of time on reading passages, guessing instead of eliminating options, weak mental arithmetic, misreading negative or 'except' questions, and writing essays with no clear position or paragraph structure. Practise under strict timing and always leave a few minutes to transfer and check answers.

Expect to need identification, your application documents and writing materials, but confirm the exact list with the university. Dates, venues, fees and any permitted calculators are announced by the university for each cycle; verify them on its official site or at the admissions office before the deadline.