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DMACC Testing Centers

DMACC Testing Center locations have specific hours of operation and tests available.

All DMACC campuses are closed on the following dates in 2025:

  • October 24
  • November 26 (close at noon)
  • November 27-28
  • December 24 - January 2, 2026

Additional test center closures and adjusted hours of operation are noted below for each location.

Online/Remote Testing (All Campuses)

DMACC offers remote testing for three assessments:

  1. ACCUPLACER® Assessment for DMACC (Reading and Writing).
  2. ACCUPLACER® Assessment for employment (Reading, Writing, and Math).
  3. ALEKS Assessment for DMACC Math Placement

Remote Testing:

  • Remote ACCUPLACER®
    • Select Student Exams - ACCUPLACER - Remote Testing.
  • Remote ALEKS (Math) - see instructions under "Math Placement at DMACC"

Ames Testing Center 

Address: 1420 S. Bell Street, Room 220, Ames, IA 50010

Phone: 515-663-6723

Email: amestestingcenter@dmacc.edu

2025 closed dates: In addition to the dates noted at the top of this page, the Ames testing center will be closed December 15 - 23.

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours Closed 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Closed 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Closed

Scheduling: Appointments are required. 

Schedule an Appointment at Ames

  • ACCUPLACER® (Reading/Writing) Assessment - Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment - Allow at least two hours for testing.
  • ALEKS Math Assessment 
    • See the ALEKS Student Handout for general information about the assessment.
    • For more comprehensive information, visit the Tests Offered webpage and scroll down to "Math Placement at DMACC".
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to amestestingcenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.

Ankeny Testing Center

Address: 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg. 6, Room 23, Ankeny, IA 50023

Phone: 515-964-6595

Email: ankenytestingcenter@dmacc.edu

Map: Map of Ankeny Campus Park in Lot K, enter Building 6 through the door on the left.

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours* 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

*Special Hours open from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. only: August 5 - 6, 19 - 20 and 26 - 27; December 16 - 17 and 23.

The Ankeny Testing Center is open the 2nd Saturday of the month from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., and December 6 for Fall semester finals.

Scheduling: Appointments are available for all exams and required for some. See below for requirements.

Schedule an Appointment at Ankeny

Tests offered – walk-in testing (*) may be available dependent on space.

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment – Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.*
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment – Allow at least two hours for testing.*
  • ALEKS Math Assessment - Schedule an appointment to reserve a seat.*
    • ALEKS testing at Ankeny is the Computer Lab in Building 6 unless signage directs you to the Testing Center in Building 6.
    • See the ALEKS Student Handout for general information about the assessment.
    • For more comprehensive information, visit the Tests Offered webpage and scroll down to "Math Placement at DMACC".
    • December 12 - 23: ALEKS Assessments will be in the Testing Center in Building 6, Room 23. No appointment is required for the testing center.*
  • ATI TEAS Assessment – Allow four hours for check-in and testing.*
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • CLEP - Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to College Level Examination Program to register with CLEP, pay CLEP, and review the CLEP courses accepted by DMACC. After paying CLEP for the exam, you can schedule your appointment.
  • CNA Comp Test - Written Comp Test. Schedule a CNA Comp Test through Continuing Ed.
  • Dental Board Certification - Allow one hour per test. Schedule an appointment.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • DNR Water Certifications - Testers need to call the DNR at 515-725-0463 for pre-approval. Per DNR guidelines, please do not schedule an appointment unless you have received an approval email from a DMACC testing center.
  • Firefighter Written Exam - Allow 2.5 hours. Candidates must create an IO Solutions account before they schedule an appointment with the testing center.
  • Kirkwood Licensure Exams for the State of Iowa - Testers wanting to take the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board Exams must register with Kirkwood Community College Continuing Ed before making a testing appointment at DMACC.
  • Lead Abatement Contractor and Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor - call 515-256-4942 to pay for the exam then schedule an appointment.
  • PearsonVUE computer-based testing. Call for scheduling information.
  • Pesticide Applicator – Allow at least one hour for testing. Testers need to create a Quia account and bring their login information to the testing center. Schedule an appointment to reserve a seat.*
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to ankenytestingcenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.

Boone Testing Center

Address: 1125 Hancock Drive, Room 102, Boone, IA 50036

Phone: 515-433-5096

Email: boonetestingcenter@dmacc.edu

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Scheduling: Appointments are available for all exams.

Schedule an Appointment at Boone

Tests offered – walk-in testing (*) may be available dependent on space.

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment – Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment – Allow at least two hours for testing.
  • ALEKS Math Assessment*
    • See the ALEKS Student Handout for general information about the assessment.
    • For more comprehensive information, visit the Tests Offered webpage and scroll down to "Math Placement at DMACC".
  • ATI TEAS Assessment – Allow four hours for check-in and testing.
  • CASAS - Testing for Workforce Training Academy and HiSET.
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • CLEP - Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to College Level Examination Program to register with CLEP, pay CLEP, and review the CLEP courses accepted by DMACC. After paying CLEP for the exam, you can schedule your appointment.
  • CNA Comp Test - Written Comp Test. Schedule a CNA Comp Test through Continuing Ed.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to boonetestingcenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.
  • Pesticide Applicator Exam - Allow at least one hour for testing. Testers need to create a Quia account and bring their login information to the testing center. Schedule an appointment to reserve a seat.

Carroll Testing Center

Address: 906 N Grant Road, Carroll, IA 51401

Phone: 712-792-8307

Email: carrolltestingcenter@dmacc.edu

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours for Summer 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.,  1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Closed

Scheduling: Hours may vary. Appointments are required. 

Schedule an Appointment at Carroll

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment - Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment - Allow at least two hours for testing.
  • ALEKS Math Assessment 
  • ATI TEAS Assessment - Allow four hours for check-in and testing.
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • Dental Board Certification - Allow one hour for testing.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to carrolltestingcenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.
  • Pesticide Applicator - Allow at least one hour for testing. Testers need to create a Quia account and bring their login information to the testing center. Schedule an appointment to reserve a seat.

Des Moines/Urban Testing Center

Address: 1100 7th St, Building 1, Room 117, Des Moines, IA 50314

Phone: 515-697-7807

Email: uctestingcenter@dmacc.edu

2025 closed dates: There are no additional closures at this time.

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours 8:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.- 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m.

Scheduling: Appointments are available for all exams.

Schedule an Appointment at DSM/Urban

Tests offered - walk-in testing(*) may be available dependent on space.

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment - Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing*.
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment - Allow at least two hours for testing*.
  • ALEKS Math Assessment* 
    • ALEKS testing at Urban is in the Testing Center in Building 1, Room 117, unless signage directs you to a different room.
    • See the ALEKS Student Handout for general information about the assessment.
    • For more comprehensive information, visit the Tests Offered webpage and scroll down to “Math Placement at DMACC”.
  • ATI TEAS Assessment - Allow four hours for check-in and testing.
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • CLEP - Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to College Level Examination Program to register with CLEP, pay CLEP, and review CLEP courses accepted by DMACC. After paying CLEP for the exam, you can schedule an appointment.
  • CNA Comp Test - Written Comp Test. Schedule a CNA Comp Test through Continuing Ed.
  • Dental Board Certification - Allow one hour per test.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • DNR Water Certification - Testers need to call 515-725-0463 for pre-approval. Per DNR guidelines, please do not schedule an appointment unless you have received an approval email from a DMACC testing center.
  • Firefighter Written Exam - Allow 2.5 hours. Candidates must create an IO Solutions account before they schedule an appointment with the testing center.
  • Kirkwood Licensure Exams for the State of Iowa - Testers wanting to take the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board Exam must register with Kirkwood Community College Continuing Ed before making a testing appointment at DMACC.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to uctestingcenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.
  • Pesticide Applicator - Allow at least one hour for testing. Testers need to create a Quia account and bring their login information to the testing center. Schedule an appointment to reserve a seat.

Newton Testing Center

Address: 600 N. 2nd Ave. West, Room 109, Newton, IA 50208

Phone: 641-791-1730

Email: newtontestingcenter@dmacc.edu

2025 closed dates: There are no additional closures at this time.

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Scheduling: Hours may vary. Appointments are recommended.

Schedule an Appointment at Newton

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment - Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment - Allow at least two hours for testing.
  • ALEKS Math Assessment 
  • ATI TEAS Assessment - Allow four hours for check-in and testing.
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • CNA Comp Test - Written Comp Test. Schedule a CNA Comp test through Continuing Ed.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • Firefighter Written Exam - Allow 2.5 hours. Candidates must create an IO Solutions account before they schedule an appointment with the testing center.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to newtontestingcenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.
  • Pesticide Applicator - Allow at least one hour for testing. Testers need to create a Quia account and bring their login information to the testing center. Schedule an appointment to reserve a seat.

Perry Testing Center

Address: 1011 2nd Avenue, Perry, IA 50220

Phone: 515-428-8100

Email: perrycenter@dmacc.edu

Hours: By appointment only.

Scheduling: Appointments are required. 

Schedule an Appointment at Perry

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment - Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment - Allow at least two hours for testing.
  • ALEKS Math Assessment 
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to perrycenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.

Southridge Testing Center

Address: 1111 E. Army Post Rd, Room 3, Des Moines, IA 50315

Phone: 515-287-8720

Email: southridgetestingcenter@dmacc.edu

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours* 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Saturday Testing: The Southridge Testing Center will be open the following Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.: October 18, November 22, and December 13.

Scheduling: Appointments are available for all exams and required for some. See below for requirements. 

Schedule an Appointment at Southridge

Tests offered – walk-in testing (*) may be available dependent on space.

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment – Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.*
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment – Allow at least two hours for testing.*
  • ALEKS Math Assessment*
    • See the ALEKS Student Handout for general information about the assessment.
    • For more comprehensive information, visit the Tests Offered webpage and scroll down to "Math Placement at DMACC".
  • ATI TEAS Assessment – Allow four hours for check-in and testing.
  • CASAS - Testing for Workforce Training Academy (WTA).
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • CLEP - Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to College Level Examination Program to register with CLEP, pay CLEP, and review the CLEP courses accepted by DMACC. After paying CLEP for the exam, you can schedule your appointment.
  • CNA Comp Test - Written Comp Test. Schedule a CNA Comp Test through Continuing Ed.
  • Dental Board Certification - Allow one hour per test.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • DNR Water Certification - Testers need to call 515-725-0463 for pre-approval. Per DNR guidelines, please do not schedule an appointment unless you have received an approval email from a DMACC testing center.
  • Kirkwood Licensure Exams for the State of Iowa - Testers wanting to take the Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board Exam must register with Kirkwood Community College Continuing Ed before making a testing appointment at DMACC.
  • Lead Abatement Contractor and Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor - call 515-256-4942 to pay for the exam and schedule an appointment.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to southridgetestingcenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.
  • Pesticide Applicator - Allow at least one hour for testing. Testers need to create a Quia account and bring their login information to the testing center. Schedule an appointment to reserve a seat.*

West Des Moines Testing Center

Address: 5959 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Phone: 515-633-2426

Email: westtestingcenter@dmacc.edu

Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Regular Hours 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Scheduling: Appointments are required.

Schedule an Appointment at West

  • ACCUPLACER (Reading/Writing) Assessment - Allow 60 - 90 minutes for testing.
  • ACCUPLACER (ELL) Assessment - Allow at least two hours for testing.
  • ALEKS Math Assessment 
  • ATI TEAS Assessment - Allow four hours for check-in and testing.
  • Challenge Tests - A Testing Center appointment is required after approval. Go to Tests Offered and scroll down to "Departmental Challenge Tests" to begin the approval process.
  • Dental Board Certification - Allow one hour per test.
  • DMACC proctored exams.
  • Other Colleges proctored exams. Make sure your instructor sends the test to perrycenter@dmacc.edu before scheduling an appointment.