Houston Exam Information

TWJ PE · Feb 5, 2016

Looking for information on where the Houston exam is located and what time the exam typically starts, etc.

I'm trying to pin down a hotel in the area.

Thank you.

knight1fox3 · Feb 5, 2016

https://account.ncees.org/sites/1058

Report times are generally just after 7am. Though it's advised to arrive a good 45 min. or so earlier than the report time. (Note: report time is different than exam start time)

PinoyPE · Feb 5, 2016

Took Oct. 2015 PE Exam at NRG Center (formerly Reliant Center) [COLOR= rgb(34, 34, 34)]N Stadium Dr, Houston, TX 77054[/COLOR]

Since the exam is on a Friday and that place easily gets crowded,expect heavy traffic even in the morning. Arrive at least an hour before the

exam start time to relax.

TWJ PE · Apr 11, 2016

Exam authorization states no outside food is allowed. Is this really enforced? No water, no nothing (even though the Examinee Guide states you can)? Do they let you out to the parking lot during lunch?

Just trying to prepare. Thank you.

Freon · Apr 11, 2016

There are several hotels near the NRG Center/Stadium. When I took the PE there back in the dark ages, we were allowed to go into the parking lot for the "lunch break".

PinoyPE · Apr 11, 2016

Oct. 2015 PE Exam,Chick Fil A and starbucks were open on the ground floor in the morning and during lunch time.Did not drink coffee before the exam because I didn't like travelling to the restroom every now and then,and also you have to ask the proctor every time you leave the room.
For me,I brought some chocolates/snack bar in a clear sandwich bag which I ate during the exam.

Susan · Apr 12, 2016

Pinoy said:
Oct. 2015 PE Exam,Chick Fil A and starbucks were open on the ground floor in the morning and during lunch time.Did not drink coffee before the exam because I didn't like travelling to the restroom every now and then,and also you have to ask the proctor every time you leave the room.
For me,I brought some chocolates/snack bar in a clear sandwich bag which I ate during the exam.

Thanks, I'll probably bring some snacks too, I have a specific medical diet I need to follow, was upset about the "no outside food" rule.

Audi Driver P.E. · Apr 12, 2016

Susan said:
Thanks, I'll probably bring some snacks too, I have a specific medical diet I need to follow, was upset about the "no outside food" rule.

I have heard that the NCEES will make certain accommodations for those with special needs, dietary or otherwise, but you need to contact them in advance.

Susan · Apr 13, 2016

Audi driver said:
I have heard that the NCEES will make certain accommodations for those with special needs, dietary or otherwise, but you need to contact them in advance.

Diet is not prescribed by a doctor though, I'll just figure it out.

TWJ PE · Apr 13, 2016

Susan said:
Diet is not prescribed by a doctor though, I'll just figure it out.

I plan on packing my snacks as planned. The worst they can say is no.

Ship Wreck PE · Apr 13, 2016

Susan said:
Pinoy said:

20 hours ago, Pinoy,PE said: Oct. 2015 PE Exam,Chick Fil A and starbucks were open on the ground floor in the morning and during lunch time.Did not drink coffee before the exam because I didn't like travelling to the restroom every now and then,and also you have to ask the proctor every time you leave the room.For me,I brought some chocolates/snack bar in a clear sandwich bag which I ate during the exam.

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Thanks, I'll probably bring some snacks too, I have a specific medical diet I need to follow, was upset about the "no outside food" rule.

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TWJ PE · Apr 14, 2016

FYI. Rolled by NRG around 7:30. Signs are already up coming off of 610 West. No construction on Kirby. At Gate 10 there's another sign posted where you will enter to pay for parking.

Edit: On the bottom of both signs I saw, both said "NCEES Exams" with an arrow.

Safe travels everyone.

Susan · Apr 14, 2016

W9TWJ said:
FYI. Rolled by NRG around 7:30. Signs are already up coming off of 610 West. No construction on Kirby. At Gate 10 there's another sign posted where you will enter to pay for parking.

Thank you!!! Good luck tomorrow

TWJ PE · Apr 18, 2016

I can't be the only one who thought the "Chief Proctor" was a complete dick and unprofessional... am I?

Texator · Apr 18, 2016

Yeah...dude was uncontrollably hyperactive. He was becoming a distraction at some point

Susan · Apr 19, 2016

Super intimidating proctor! I'm glad he was strict but he was pretty rude to some of the other proctors

TWJ PE · Apr 19, 2016

Susan said:
Super intimidating proctor! I'm glad he was strict but he was pretty rude to some of the other proctors

Exactly how I feel - which to me is totally unprofessional. I'm surprised one of those nice ladies didn't mop the floor with his butt.

Def · Apr 20, 2016

I thought the chief proctor was a bit unprofessional as well. One can be firm with instructions but not resort to taking a condescending attitude.

BarneyOnAcid · May 11, 2016

Anyone else get a chance to see the guy kicked out of the exam? I sat next to him. The fun ol proctor had to come over and say "Don't make me get ignorant with you" before calling a cop over to escort him out. Was pretty annoying at the time, but it makes for a good bar story now.

Susan · May 11, 2016

BarneyOnAcid said:
Anyone else get a chance to see the guy kicked out of the exam? I sat next to him. The fun ol proctor had to come over and say "Don't make me get ignorant with you" before calling a cop over to escort him out. Was pretty annoying at the time, but it makes for a good bar story now.

What did he get kicked out for?

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