Copiah-Lincoln Community College

Schedule a Proctored Exam

Testing & Proctored Exams

All online courses offered at Co-Lin WILL REQUIRE ONE OR TWO IN-PERSON PROCTORED EXAMS.

Testing Information

Proctored Exams

For the required in-person proctored exam, the student may schedule an appointment at any of the testing facilities located on all 15 community college campuses in Mississippi by clicking on In-Person Proctoring inside the Canvas course. No fee is assessed to students enrolled in an online course when using a proctoring site on a Mississippi community/junior college campus. How to Schedule a Proctored Exam | SmarterProctoring Help Center

Note:

  • It is the student’s responsibility to plan appropriately for the test. Set your appointment for the test as soon as your instructor provides the dates of availability to ensure that you are able to secure an appointment that fits with your schedule.
  • Students must show a photo ID prior to testing.
  • No cell phones, computers, or other electronic devices should be brought into the assessment center unless specifically listed as a permitted material during testing by the course instructor.
  • Do not bring anyone with you to the Assessment Center.

For more information about coming to campus to test, please contact your campus’ proctor:

Wesson Campus proctor: 601.643.8636 or 601.643.8619 or rhanda.hamilton@colin.edu
Natchez Campus proctor: 601.446.1107 or 601.446.1101 or shyviqua.brooks@colin.edu
Simpson County Center proctor: 601.849.0119 or 601.849.0116 or elizabeth.wells@colin.edu

Fall 2026 Proctor Hours

Wesson Campus – Assessment Center in the Library

  • Monday & Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Tuesday: 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Thursday: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Friday: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Natchez Campus – Library

  • Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Thursday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Friday: closed

Simpson County Center – Library

  • Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Important: Friday proctoring is not part of the regular testing schedule. Exams may be proctored on Fridays on a case-by-case basis with advance approval.

Live Online Proctoring

SmarterServices Live Online Proctoring is an optional, student-paid virtual proctoring service available through Copiah-Lincoln Community College’s participation in the Mississippi Virtual Community College (MSVCC). This service is intended for students who experience extenuating circumstances that prevent them from traveling to an approved testing center. Qualifying circumstances may include living out of state, military obligations, work-related travel, or medical situations.

Students who wish to use live online proctoring must complete the Live Online Proctoring Request Form. All requests are reviewed by the eLearning Department.

Important Information for Students:

  • Cost: Live online proctoring is an optional service, and all associated fees are the responsibility of the student.
  • Technology Requirements: Students must have the necessary equipment and stable internet connection to meet Smarter Services’ technical requirements.
  • Webcam Requirements: Students are required to use a webcam throughout the assessment and will be asked to show their testing environment in the onboarding process.

Technical Support: SmarterServices Student Support

For questions regarding eligibility, approval, or testing options, please contact the eLearning Department at elearning@colin.edu.

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