Ability to Benefit Test

The Ability to Benefit (ATB) test is a New York State requirement for anyone looking to apply for New York State financial aid who has earned a high school diploma from another country.

This test is not a requirement to apply for SUNY Orange. It is only necessary if you are looking to apply for New York State financial aid and have a high school diploma from another country. Permanent residents and US citizens may qualify for New York State financial aid with a passing ATB score.

The Ability to Benefit Test (ATB) includes three sections: Arithmetic, Reading, and Writing. All sections are untimed. There is no charge to take the ATB test. 

Ability to Benefit testing is only for new or current SUNY Orange students.  To schedule a testing appointment, please email testcenter@sunyorange.edu. 

Study guides and practice resources are available on Accuplacer's website.