MAT Tests


Candidates must provide documentation of test scores meeting the minimum passing score as part of their application.

Basic Skills Test Information

  • You may use any combination of tests to meet the requirements for math, reading, and writing
  • If a If a Basic Skill requirement in one or more of the subjects on your SAT/ACT scores are missing or were not high enough, you will need to take those sections of the WEST-B
  • You may have your testing servicer send your test scores directly to CWU -OR- You will need to email your test score reports to MATprogram@cwu.edu
  • Test scores must be received by the application deadline

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For additional testing information, and to register for your tests please visit Washington Educator Skills Test

Endorsement Test Information

  • You may have your testing servicer send your test scores directly to CWU -OR- You will need to email your test score reports to MATprogram@cwu.edu
  • Test scores must be received by the application deadline
  • Minimum passing score WEST-E = 240
  • Minimum passing score NES = 220
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Test score release dates:

Please ensure that your test scores will be received by the application deadline.
  • NES score reports are released within 2 weeks of testing.
  • WEST score reports are released according to a schedule.

Questions? Contact MATprogram@cwu.edu or 509-963-1443

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