In accordance with our goal of cultivating teachers who are competent in subject matter, the Colorado Mesa University Center for Teacher Education (CTE) requires content testing prior to program admission and prior to beginning student teaching. When initially applying to the Teacher Education program, undergraduate students must submit a copy of their official Praxis CORE Writing score report (Praxis exam: 5723).
The exam may be taken at the CMU testing center, at home, or at a different testing center. Click HERE for options!
CORE Writing Exam - REQUIRED for undergraduate candidates*
- Exam Code: 5723
- Passing Score: 162
- Demonstrates a teacher candidate’s authentic, on-demand writing ability and is a required part of the Teacher Education Program Application
- Probationary admittance: A score of 152-161 on the PRAXIS CORE Writing test may allow for probationary admittance. Students seeking probationary admittance must work with their program coordinator/advisor to determine remediation steps.
CORE Math Exam - No longer required
CORE Reading Exam - No longer required
- Praxis Official Test Preparation information: https://praxis.ets.org/test/5723.html
- Study.com practice materials
- Praxis study tools at the CMU Library: http://libguides.coloradomesa.edu/PraxisPrep
For step-by-step instructions, see our Praxis Online Registration Steps
Quick Tips:
- Use the Find Tests & Prep button on the Praxis website to get routed to the right test
- The Recipient code for CMU: 4484
- The code for the test center located at Colorado Mesa University: 5307
- For more information on testing, contact the CMU Testing Center at 970.248.1260
Help Paying for Praxis
Exam Fee Waiver
- Exam fee waivers are available for qualifying candidates based a candidate's FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) that shows an Expected Family Contribution (EFC) of $3,000 or less.
- To apply for an exam fee waiver, see https://praxis.ets.org/test/takers/register-waivers.html
Fee Reimbursement & Scholarship
- TEACH Colorado offers to reimburse you for up to $100 for your application expenses. These include Praxis Testing and fingerprinting fees associated with applying to teacher education.
- TEACH Colorado also offers an interactive application checklist to help you stay organized throughout the application process and a limited number of $1000 scholarships to help cover your tuition!
Required Content/Licensure Testing
Content testing is required for state licensure. Students are required to take their Praxis content exam prior to student teaching, usually prior to their SENIOR year. Learn more about licensure content testing at:
- CTE: Required Content/Licensure Testing page
- CDE: Colorado Endorsement Requirements page