Our Orientation

The first week of the semester is set aside for the orientation of new students. During this time student are expected to sit for 3 placement tests: Math, English and Information Systems and Technology (IST). These tests DO NOT affect your admission status but are meant to gauge your basic competencies in the respective subjects as you join the University. Results of the Placement Tests shall be shared with you by the Academic Advising team during orientation week.

Placement Test Schedule - Fall Semester 2024

There will be an opportunity for students residing in Nairobi and its environs to sit for ALL the Three (3) placement tests on campus as scheduled below.

Those who are outside Nairobi will be given another opportunity to sit for the same tests the following week.

DATE TIME SUBJECT

Saturday, August 24, 2024

8.30am-9.00am Briefing on placement exams
09.00am-11.00pm MATH
11.30am-01.30pm IST
01.30pm-02.10pm LUNCH BREAK
02.20pm-04.20pm ENGLISH

Important

  1. Venue: Computer labs on campus (Lilian K. Beam Building)
  2. Please bring a pen and pencil. Paper for roughwork shall be provided at the exam venue.
  3. Carry a snack for lunch or at least bring some money that you can use at the cafeteria on campus.

For any inquiries regarding the placement tests, kindly contact the ICT Helpdesk:
Email: helpdesk@usiu.ac.ke
WhatsApp (messages only): (+254) 735 000 377

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