SARASOTA, Fla. — New College of Florida applauds the State University System Board of Governors for approving the Classic Learning Test (CLT) as an admissions test alternative to the ACT and SAT. New College has partnered with CLT to offer the test for free on Thursday, November 2, 2023. Students can register for the CLT through New College at apply.ncf.edu/portal/clt-reg to receive a code waiving the $59 test administration fee.
“New College has a history of educating highly motivated students from all backgrounds, including home schooled students and classically educated students who find a range of tests useful for their unique methods and values,” said New College Interim President Richard Corcoran. “Adding the CLT to our accepted entrance examinations creates more educational choice and freedom in the undergraduate admissions process and we look forward to meeting more families and students as we expand and grow.”
“New College has been a wonderful partner and public advocate for CLT,” said Jeremy Tate, CEO of CLT. “We’re thrilled to see public universities valuing a test that considers students’ intellectual capability and aptitude over test-taking ability. CLT removes barriers to success students from some educational backgrounds face when confronted with the Common Core-based framework of the other exams.”
The CLT is offered with in-school and remotely-proctored formats. The November 2 test offered for sponsored by New College is a remotely proctored test. The registration deadline for the November 2 test is October 26.
Founded in 2015, CLT is designed for high school juniors and seniors preparing to apply for college. It offers assessments that evaluate English, grammar, and mathematical skills, providing a comprehensive measure of achievement and aptitude. CLT exams emphasize foundational critical thinking skills and are accessible to students from a variety of educational backgrounds.
For more information about the CLT, visit cltexam.com.
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About New College of Florida
Founded in Sarasota in 1960, New College of Florida is ranked the No. 6 Public National Liberal Arts College from U.S. News & World Report and is the Honors College of Florida. New College provides students with limitless, original opportunities for success through a highly individualized education that combines academic excellence with career preparation experiences.
New College offers more than 50 undergraduate majors in arts, humanities and sciences; a master’s degree program in applied data science; and certificates in technology, finance, and business skills.