Student Support Services

The PSAT is a practice SAT test that will help students prepare for the real thing. This is a great way for our students to get ahead and increase their chances of getting into their dream school.

When can I take the PSAT?

• Since there are two versions of the PSAT, you’ll have several chances to take this test. These two tests are the PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT.
• The PSAT 10 is offered for 10th-grade students and serves as good practice for the SAT.
• The PSAT/NMSQT is offered for both 10th and 11th-grade students.
  • NMSQT stands for the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. This is the only way in which students can potentially receive the National Merit Scholarship. For more information, visit the Liberty University Scholarships page.

How many times can I take the PSAT and when is it offered?

• You are able to take either the PSAT 10 or PSAT/NMSQT once per year.
• The PSAT 10 is offered in the Spring.
• The PSAT/NMSQT is offered in the Fall.

How do I register for the PSAT?

• Great question!  Make sure to visit the Home-Schooled Students page for information on registration. Due to the online format of LUOA, students will want to follow the instructions listed there.
• The 2019-2020 registration fee for this test is $17.
• Make sure to use LUOA’s school code 471288 when you register in order to have scores sent to LUOA!

Where do I take the test since LUOA is based online?

• Since LUOA operates online, you will need to contact your local school to secure a spot.
• Go to the College Board’s School Search to locate a school near you offering the test.
• You will need to know the name of a local high school, or can just search “high school” within the search box in addition to state, etc.

The SAT is a nationally recognized college entrance exam that can help to prepare you for your college career!

Why should I take the SAT?

• The SAT is needed for most college admissions around the country.
• This test is also used for scholarships by many universities.

How do I register for the SAT? Is it the same as the PSAT?

• Yes! In order to register for the SAT, you will need to visit the College Board website for the SAT.
• Just like the PSAT, you will also need to contact your local school in order to secure a spot for testing.
  • There are two types of SAT tests. You can take the SAT with, or without the essay portion.
    • Please make sure to research what test colleges you’re interested are requiring before registration.
  • We recommend reaching out at least 4 months in advance.
  • Make sure to use the LUOA school code 471288.

How much does the SAT cost?

• For information on the cost of the SAT, please see the Fees page on the CollegeBoard website.

How can I prepare for the SAT? 

• If you are looking to prepare for the SAT, we recommend taking advantage of Prepworks®!
  • We now offer award-winning Prepworks® ACT and SAT preparation courses with money-back guarantees
  • Use the code LUOASAT to receive a $50 discount!
• We also recommend utilizing SAT prep through Khan Academy® for free.

How can I send my scores to colleges that I’m interested in?

• Great question! When you register for the SAT, you have the choice to send four score reports for free!
• If you do not set your scores to be sent to the colleges of your choice at registration, you have up to nine days after your test to send the scores. Otherwise, you will have to pay a fee for the score reports to be sent. Please make sure to review the How to Send SAT Scores page on CollegeBoard’s website for more information.

I have a disability. How can I find accommodations for the test?

• You can find accommodations through the College Board.
• The accommodation process can take 7 weeks or more for approval so we recommend contacting the College Board well in advance of your testing date.
• Contact LUOAStudentSupport@liberty.edu for more information on this process.

The ACT is the second most popular college entrance exam in the nation!

Why should I take the ACT?

• The ACT is a great alternative to the SAT. This test is great for students who are more science or math-oriented.

How do I register for the ACT? 

• In order to register for the ACT, you’ll need to visit the ACT website and select Registration Tips.
  • This will give you all the information that you’ll need to register!

How can I prepare for the ACT? 

• The ACT offers free test practice with the ACT Academy!
• You can also utilize our test prep through Prepworks®.
  • We now offer award-winning Prepworks® ACT and SAT preparation courses with money-back guarantees!
  • Use the code LUOAACT to receive a $50 discount!

How can I find accommodations for my test?

• In order to request accommodations, ACT requires appropriate documentation of your disability or need.
• We recommend visiting the Accommodations section of the ACT website for more information.
  • If you have questions, contact LUOAStudentSupport@liberty.edu for help!

By enrolling in LUOA, the student agrees to the following statement:

As a student of LUOA, I understand that it is my responsibility to uphold God’s biblical mandate so that my life testimony demonstrates actions of integrity. In so doing, I will complete all assignments as instructed without resorting to cheating or plagiarism. I understand that it is my responsibility to turn in my assignments in a timely manner, complete my own work, not share my work with others, and treat all students, teachers, and staff with respect.

What happens if I violate the Honor Code? 

• If you are found in violation of the Honor Code, you will receive an email with information about the course, assignment, and nature of the violation.
• We encourage you to see the assignment in your curriculum to view any feedback that has been left for you. This will also include additional information about the violation.

I don’t think that I violated the Honor Code. How can I explain myself?

• Great question! When an Honor Code violation is submitted, you have 5 days to appeal the decision.
  • When you receive the email about the violation, there is an Appeal button you can click and explain the situation there.
  • Make sure to attach any screenshots of issues and a comment!
• Once the appeal is received, the Student Support Office will reach out by phone to talk with you.

What does cheating consist of? 

• Cheating is defined as giving aid to a student or receiving any form of aid, regardless of the source, without the consent of the teacher of the curriculum.
• Examples include:
  • Copying text from lessons onto quizzes or tests
  • Copying text from outside sources
  • Using answers from other students
  • Viewing outside websites or LUOA lessons or assignments in advance.
    • This also includes having other tabs open in your browser during a test or quiz.

What do Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism consist of? 

• Plagiarism is submitting work that is not one’s own thoughts and opinions. Whether this is from another source or not properly documented.
• Self-Plagiarism is when a student submits work that was completed from another course or makes it look as if it were an original work for a current assignment.

Student Handbook

• If you have any questions, please refer to the Student Handbook for information on LUOA’s policies regarding the Honor Code and Plagiarism.

The Liberty University Online Academy Office of Student Support (LUOA Student Support) exists to coordinate support services for its students with disabilities. Pursuant to applicable disability laws and regulations, including Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, LUOA seeks to provide reasonable disability accommodations and to create equal access to its programs and activities for its students with disabilities in its LUOA K-12 courses and the Liberty University college-level courses offered through LUOA’s dual enrollment program.

LUOA Student Support also provides disability accommodations to students of LUOA-affiliated schools who are enrolled or participate in LUOA programs and activities but only to the extent that such students are enrolled or participate in LUOA programs and activities and the accommodations relate to such enrollment or participation in LUOA programs and activities. LUOA Student Support works in conjunction with faculty, students, and their parents or legal guardians to ensure that reasonable accommodations are provided for students with disabilities in accordance with LUOA policies and processes.

If I have a disability, how do I pursue accommodations with LUOA?

• If you are seeking accommodations with LUOA, you will need to send any appropriate medical documentation and questions to LUOAStudentSupport@liberty.edu.
• Once your documentation is received, we will work with you to help develop a plan to provide accommodations within the scope of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and what LUOA is able to provide.
• Please note: If you are pursuing accommodations in a Dual Enrollment course, you will need to submit the request and documentation to odas@liberty.edu. 

What accommodations do LUOA students typically receive? 

• Great question! As each student is different and requires different needs, as a result, accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.
• Please contact the Student Support Office for more information on what can be provided for you!

Will I have to renew my 504 plan each year with LUOA?

• Yes! In order to ensure that accommodations stay up to date and are relevant to you, we will resend the 504 near the end of each year for you to resign and to reevaluate the previous year’s accommodations.