What is the GSP test?
The Grammar, Spelling and Punctuation (GSP) test is a basic skills test used to screen students before taking the first required writing class. Rather than testing aspects of journalism style taught in News Reporting and Writing, the test focuses on basic grammar such as improper subject-verb agreement and dangling modifiers as well as incorrect use of punctuation and commonly misspelled words. The GSP test has approximately 20 randomly generated, multiple-choice items for each of the three basic parts: grammar, spelling and punctuation. There is no penalty for guessing. The test is self-paced and generally takes about 45 minutes for the 60 items. The test itself is administered by The UNT Student Writing Lab. If you have questions regarding the test, please visit their webpage or call them at 940-565-2563. • What is a passing grade? To pass the test you must score 70 percent or higher on all three sections of the test. If you do not pass all three sections, individual sections may be
