This page is the source for the resources and information regarding the state administration of a college admissions exam.
Per KRS 158.6453, Grade 11 students will take a college admissions exam in the spring of 2027.
KDE's primary use of the college admissions exam is to measure students' level of readiness for college in core academic content areas. Meeting benchmarks on a college admissions exam is one way students may demonstrate academic readiness in the Postsecondary Readiness indicator of the state's accountability system for schools.
Beyond the state use of results, the state-administered college admissions exam also benefits students, their parents and educators in several ways. Administering the college admissions exam as part of the state testing program permits students to take the exam at no cost. The exam is administered during the school day, providing equitable access for all students to participate. Additionally, many organizations that offer merit or academic scholarships will identify and award financial assistance based on scores from a college admissions exam.