Exam Costs
Free to main campus FSU students. Non-FSU testers pay a $30 proctoring fee.
The Florida Civic Literacy Exam (FCLE) is a computer-based assessment that is designed to demonstrate students’ knowledge of civic literacy. The FCLE fulfills part of the Florida civic literacy requirement undergraduate students must meet to earn their bachelor's degree.
Subject Areas
American Democracy, United States Constitution, Founding Documents, and Landmark Impact on Law and Society.
Length & Format
No time limit, but it takes about 60 minutes to complete with 80 multiple-choice questions. The exam is divided into four sections with 20 questions each.
Delivery Mode
Administered at the FSU Testing Center on a secure testing browser. The FCLE must be taken in person in a proctored testing environment.
Getting Started
1. Review Requirements.
For information about the civic literacy requirement, visit CoreFSU. The FCLE meets the assessment competency of the requirement.
2. Register for Exam.
FSU Students
Register in FSU’s RegisterBlast system to take the exam at the FSU Testing Center.
Non-FSU Testers
Contact your institution for instructions on taking the FCLE with an external provider, then email testing@fsu.edu for instructions on scheduling your appointment and paying the $30 proctoring fee.
3. Prepare for Exam.
You can find resources to help you prepare at the Academic Center for Excellence and Florida Department of Education websites.
4. Review Testing Policies.
To ensure a smooth testing experience, review Testing Tips & Policies prior to arrival at our facility.
Taking the FCLE Outside of Tallahassee?
To take the FCLE at an off-campus proctoring facility in Florida or remotely online, complete the FCLE Video Recording Consent form in RegisterBlast. Next, identify your proctor (see our proctor map to find an approved proctor site). After completing the consent form and selecting your proctor, email us at testing@fsu.edu with the name of your proctor so we can send the facility your test ticket. Then, contact your selected proctor to schedule your appointment and pay fees.
Scoring
Testers are required to score at least 60% (48/80) to pass the FCLE. A pass or fail notification is listed on screen after exam submission. FSU students can request scores at testing@fsu.edu. Non-FSU testers must request scores from their home institution. For students who pass, the civic literacy requirement will be recorded as satisfied in Stellic approximately two weeks after the exam date.
Need Help?
For assistance, contact your academic advisor.
Need accommodated testing?
The FSU Testing Center is equipped to provide extra-time accommodations for qualified testers. Visit our webpage for assistance.