ADA & Disabilities Resource Center | Idaho State University

Testing Hints and Helps

If it is a morning exam, set your alarm early so you won t have to rush.
Eat a nourishing Breakfast
Engage in your usual exercise or other morning routine
Wear comfortable clothes
Dress in layers, as the exam room may be too hot or cold
Bring Everything you need with you to the exam: for example, a watch, #2 pencils, erases, blue book, etc
Leave early to allow for plenty of time to get to the testing site
Think Positively! By the day you take the exam, you have aquired a lot of knowledge and skills that you can put to use
Don t be upset if you feel anxious. It is normal to have some anxiety. Decide that you will use it to gear up for your exam
Don t allow yourself to be overwhelmed by difficult questions - and don t dwell too long on them
Do your best, that's all you can do!