Kaplan Test Prep

Fort Valley State University is proud to join Kaplan in supporting student success and easing the test preparation cost barrier so all FVSU students have the ability to succeed. FVSU is proud to announce that we’ve partnered with Kaplan, a global education services provider, to offer our students access to Kaplan’s industry-leading test prep resources.

Kaplan/Fort Valley State University Partnership: Student Enrollment Guidelines
Students are enrolled in free Kaplan courses due to the Kaplan All Access License Partnership with Fort Valley State University. You can gain access to your course by registering in the portal! Please see below for important guidelines regarding what courses are offered and the best time to enroll.

Student Account Access:
Once you successfully enroll in a Kaplan course, you will automatically receive an email containing instructions on how to set your personal password and log in to access materials.

Licensure and Graduate Exam Selection Guidelines:

Students gain access to their selected Kaplan prep product for 12 months from the date of enrollment. Therefore, it is crucial to enroll students only when they are genuinely ready to begin their test preparation and intend to apply to their respective programs within that 12-month window.

Exam

Recommended Student Status

Prerequisites

Senior

Final semester, graduating senior engineering students studying chemical, civil, electrical/computer, environmental, industrial, mechanical, and other disciplines.

NCLEX

Graduating Senior

Graduating senior, taking All Courses for RN or BSN.

PRAXIS

Sophomore & above

GA students typically take the GACE test, but PRAXIS prep is available (advisor confirmation recommended).

DAT

Junior or Senior

Taken/enrolled in Bio I/II, Chem I/II, Organic Chem I/II. Planning to apply to dental school.

GMAT

Junior or Senior

Background in algebra, data reasoning, reading; business degree recommended but not required.

GRE

Junior or Senior

Algebra, data/reasoning, and writing. Confirm grad program requires it.

LSAT

Junior or Senior

Reading, logic, critical thinking skills. Only for students applying to law school.

MCAT

Junior or Senior

Enrolled in Bio I/II, Chem I/II, Organic Chem I/II, Physics I/II, Biochem. Pre-med path.

OAT

Junior or Senior

Bio I/II, Chem I/II, Organic Chem I/II, Physics I/II, and Calculus I. For optometry school.

Professional Skills and Microcredentials:

Students gain access to their selected Kaplan prep product for a varying number of months. Enroll only when ready to begin test prep and apply within the timeframe.

Course

Recommended Student Status

Prerequisites/Recommendations

Cyber Risk Management

Upperclass

Prepares for CEH exam. Tech majors: CS, Info Sys, Data Sci, etc.

Defensive Security Operations

Upperclass

CompTIA Security+ aligned. Strong foundation in cyber defense.

Offensive Security Operations

Upperclass

Focus on CEH prep, pen testing. Tech majors recommended.

Data Literacy

Any Level

Introductory course to understanding and working with data.

Data Analysis

STEM Majors

Ideal for students wanting to learn SQL or Python in depth.

Math & Python Fundamentals

First Year / Beginner

Intro to computing for students new to STEM or exploring it.

Critical Thinking

Any Level

Builds problem-solving and reasoning skills. Great for all majors.

Confident New Hire

Graduating Students

Covers workplace soft skills, teamwork, time management, etc.

Security Industry Essentials

Business Majors

Prepares for SIE, Series 6/7. Great intro to finance careers.

FPQP Financial Paraplanner

Business Majors

Basics of financial services. Includes certification exam.

WMS Wealth Management Specialist

Business Majors

Advanced overview of wealth management. Includes exam.

Project Management

Junior or Senior

Prepares for CAPM through PMI. Good for all majors, especially business, social sciences, or STEM.

Kaplan Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kaplan's All Access License?

Fort Valley State University has partnered with Kaplan to provide students with free access to selected Kaplan test prep products for graduate admissions exams, licensure exams, credentialing exams, and professional development courses.

What test prep courses are included for students?

Fort Valley State University students are able to take the following Kaplan test prep courses for free:

Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Confident New Hire
Critical Thinking
Dental Admissions Test (DAT)
Exploratory Data Analysis
Financial Paraplanner Qualified Professional (FPQP)
Foundations of Data Literacy
Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE)
Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT)
Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
Law School Admissions Test (LSAT)
Medical College Admission Test (MCAT)
Optometry Admissions Test (OAT)
PRAXIS
Python & Math Fundamentals
Registered Nursing Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN)
Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
Wealth Management Specialist (WMS)

How much does it cost me as a student?

Fort Valley State University is proud to offer this to students completely free. There are no out-of-pocket costs to students.

Do I have access to the same classes as on the Kaplan website?

Yes. You’ll be receiving the same expert exam prep Kaplan’s been trusted to offer for 85+ years. As the inventors of test prep, Kaplan has raised thousands of scores—yours is next.

Kaplan's All Access License provides students with comprehensive study materials and resources to help you effectively prepare for and succeed on standardized tests. Depending on your chosen test prep course, you’ll have access to a mix of practice exams, online instruction, Qbanks, study calendars, and more. Log in to your school’s online portal to see details on your chosen course.

How long does my access to the courses last?

The length of course access depends on the product, and the time begins the date you enroll. You should take this into account when planning the best time to register. Speak with your advisors to help plan your next steps.

Can I register for multiple test prep products at the same time?

For best educational results, we recommend you complete one course at a time. We encourage students who are unsure of which test prep course(s) to choose to consult with their academic advisor before graduating to ensure alignment with their educational goals.

How do I get started?

Get started by selecting your test prep through your online school portal. There you can review the course offerings and register for your selected test prep course.

Be sure to register for the portal using your Fort Valley State University email address as this free resource is available for your school’s students.

Should I enroll in both the On Demand and the Live Online classes?

The On Demand course is included with the Live Online course. We recommend choosing the Live Online option. You do not need to enroll in both as the On Demand is included with the Live Online.

Can I get support from Kaplan instructors?

Yes, students have access to Kaplan's team of expert instructors who can provide guidance and support as needed as a part of your course.

If I have questions about the Kaplan portal, where do I go?

You can call Kaplan customer care at 1-800-KAP-TEST or see other ways to contact us.