ALEKS Cost

Overview

The $45 charge will be added to the WWU Student Account automatically when a student completes the practice assessment and is non-refundable. The $45 includes three remote proctored exams.*  

For new, incoming students this charge will be due on the first day of classes in your first quarter of enrollment. For current WWU students this charge will become due after completion of the practice assessment. Late payment penalties will be applied to unpaid balances 30 days after the due date per WWU Policy. To make your payment, log in to myWestern / Web4U / Student / Student Records / Western Account Online, and then click on Make a Payment.’

*Prior to May 20, 2026; students paid $40 for the exam plus $10 each time they used Honorlock.

Important Information

  1. Students must activate their Universal Account in order to access ALEKS the first time.
  2. Students will need access to a computer and an internet connection
    See ALEKS FAQs if you have technology/online access concerns.
  3. In order to take their official proctored assessment, students will need:
    • a valid ID
    • a webcam and microphone
    • Google Chrome browser installed
    • scratch paper and a pencil

Remember: students must not use any outside resources during the proctored assessment. It is considered a violation of Western’s Academic Integrity policy to do so.

ALEKS will provide a built-in calculator when needed. If an onscreen calculator is not provided, the student is expected to complete the problem using only scratch paper.