2021-22 Exam Dates, Fees, Testing Locations, Registration Info, and Prep Resources
This page provides access to all the key info you need as a Praxis Core test-taker, including 2021-22 exam dates, testing center locations, fees, registration info, and prep resources.
You can also view our free Praxis Core Study Guides for a concise, bullet-pointed listing of exactly which topics appear on your exam, and take our free Praxis Core Practice Tests to see your current likelihood of passing and a complete diagnostic breakdown of your individual strengths and weaknesses in each exam domain, so you can focus your valuable study time on the specific content knowledge you need for success on test day.
When you're ready to sign up for the exam, please visit the official Praxis testing service website at www.ets.org.praxis.
Key Praxis Core Info and Resources
We recommend bookmarking this page (Ctrl + D) so you can continue to utilize the info and resources below as you prepare for the exam.
| General Praxis Test Info | Test Preparation Resources |
|---|---|
2021-22 Test Dates
Testing Center Locations
Testing Fees
Online Prep
Overview of Registration Info
One-on-One Tutoring
Official Testing Service Website
In-Person Prep Classes
Praxis Core Exam Overview
The Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators is a basic skills test covering mathematics, reading, and writing. The mathematics section is comprised of multiple choice and numeric entry questions. The reading section is comprised of multiple choice questions as well as some alternate question types, such as "select in passage" responses. The writing section is comprised primarily of multiple choice questions, but also includes two essays. Often colleges use Praxis Core scores to evaluate candidates for entry into teacher preparation programs.
| Subtests: | Reading (5712/5713), Writing (5722/5723), and Mathematics (5732/5733) |
| Number of questions: | 56 selected responses for Reading, 40 selected responses and 2 essays for Writing; 56 questions for Mathematics, including both selected response and numeric entry |
| Detailed list of topics covered on each subtest: | View Praxis Core Study Guide |
| Time to complete Reading test: | 85 minutes |
| Time to complete Writing test: | 100 minutes total (40 minutes for selected response section; 30 minutes apiece for two essay sections) |
| Time to complete Mathematics test: | 85 minutes (5732); 90 minutes (5733) |
Candidates may register for the Praxis Core exam by mail or online, and may re-register by phone. When and how you choose to register can affect the costs and fees associated with taking the test. For more info on Praxis test registration, and suggestions on how to reduce registration costs, please click below...
Praxis Registration Info and Testing Center Locations
2021-22 Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators Testing Costs*
Below is an overview of the 2021-22 Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators testing fees for computer-based testing.
| Praxis Core Service | Fees |
|---|---|
| Registration for Core Academic Skills for Educators: Reading (5712/5713) | $90 test registration fee |
| Registration for Core Academic Skills for Educators: Writing (5722/5723) | $90 test registration fee |
| Registration for Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics (5732/5733) | $90 test registration fee |
| Core Academic Skills for Educators: Combined Test (Reading, Writing, and Mathematics) (5751/5752) | $150 test registration fee |
| Change to test center or test date | Additional $40 fee |
| Phone registration | Additional $35 fee |
| Additional score reports | $50 per report |
| Score review for constructed-response (CR) section | $65 |
| Score review for combined selected-response (SR) and constructed-response (CR) sections | $65 |
*Please note: The above information is provided for your convenience. No warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. All test-takers should visit the official Praxis website at https://www.ets.org/praxis to confirm fees, registration, and testing requirements before enrolling.
2021-22 Praxis Core Test Dates* for Computer-Based Testing
Praxis Core computer-based testing is now offered continuously throughout the year. Please note: if you are planning to take all three Praxis Core tests on the same date, you should register for the Praxis Core Academic Skills for Educators: Combined Test (5751).
| Praxis Core Test Name | Testing Window |
|---|---|
| Core Academic Skills for Educators: Reading (test code 5712/5713) | continuous testing |
| Core Academic Skills for Educators: Writing (test code 5722/5723) | continuous testing |
| Core Academic Skills for Educators: Mathematics (test code 5732/5733) | continuous testing |
| Core Academic Skills for Educators: Combined Test (test code 5751/5752) | continuous testing |
*Please note: The above test dates and score reporting timeframes are provided for your convenience. No warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. Not all test centers are open on all test dates, and specific registration policies and procedures may apply. All test-takers should visit the official Praxis website at https://www.ets.org/praxis to confirm test dates, registration, and testing requirements before enrolling.
For more info on Praxis test dates and advice on choosing the best date for you, please click below...
How to Choose Your Praxis Test Date
Click below to visit the official Praxis testing service website...
Want to learn more about the Praxis Core exam before registering? Start by viewing our free Praxis Core Study Guide to get a concise overview of exactly what subject matter will appear on your exam, then take our free, full-length Praxis Core Practice Test with diagnostics to see how you will perform and identify any areas in which you may need to improve...
Free Praxis Core Practice Tests
Free Praxis Core Study Guides
PLEASE NOTE: The Praxis information provided above is intended as a helpful overview. It is not comprehensive, and is not intended to replace the full information found on the official Praxis website. No warranty is made as to the accuracy or completeness of this information. All test-takers should visit the official Praxis website at www.ets.org for complete Praxis registration info and to confirm test dates, procedures, and testing requirements, and should consider their individual needs, before making any registration decisions. Teachers Test Prep is an independent test preparation company, and is not affiliated with Educational Testing Service (ETS), the company that administers the Praxis.
Quality Praxis Core Preparation Is Essential...
We care about our students' success, and our programs get results. That's why we are recommended by top educators and universities, and why we're able to offer the strongest guarantees in the industry. Click below to learn more about available test preparation options...
