Partner with DSA

Working with Schools & Institutions

The Deep Scholastic Assessment partners with schools, educational institutions, and learning organizations worldwide to help students demonstrate their academic depth and readiness for higher education.

We believe that meaningful assessment works best when it's supported by educators who understand their students. Our partnership program is designed to make DSA accessible, well-supported, and seamlessly integrated into your students' academic journey.

How Institutions Work with DSA

Registration Support

Partner institutions can help their students register for DSA exams, ensuring accurate information and timely enrollment. This is especially valuable for schools with large numbers of students or those who prefer coordinated registration processes.

What this involves:

  • Guiding students through subject selection based on their academic interests
  • Coordinating registration timelines with your school calendar
  • Ensuring students have the information they need before test day

Test Administration

Qualified institutions may host DSA examinations at their own facilities, providing students with a familiar and convenient testing environment.

Requirements for hosting:

  • Suitable testing space meeting DSA facility standards
  • Trained staff to serve as test administrators
  • Commitment to DSA's test security and integrity policies
  • Technical infrastructure for digital exam delivery

Academic Guidance

Schools and counselors play a vital role in helping students choose appropriate DSA subjects that align with their academic strengths and university aspirations.

How you can support students:

  • Advise on subject selection based on intended major or career path
  • Help students understand how DSA scores complement their academic profile
  • Integrate DSA preparation into existing curriculum where appropriate

Preparation Resources

Partner institutions receive access to preparation materials, sample questions, and curriculum alignment guides to help students succeed.

Available resources:

  • Subject syllabi and content outlines
  • Practice questions and sample assessments
  • Scoring rubrics and performance level descriptors
  • Teacher briefing materials

Types of Partner Institutions

Schools & Colleges

Secondary schools, international schools, and pre-university colleges that want to offer DSA as part of their academic program or as an option for interested students.

Typical involvement:

  • Informing students about DSA opportunities
  • Coordinating group registrations
  • Integrating DSA subjects with school curriculum
  • Hosting examinations on campus

Education Consultancies

Organizations that advise students on academic planning, university applications, and standardized testing.

Typical involvement:

  • Recommending appropriate DSA subjects based on student goals
  • Assisting with registration logistics
  • Providing preparation guidance
  • Tracking student progress and results

Tutoring & Learning Centers

Academic support organizations that help students prepare for assessments and strengthen subject knowledge.

Typical involvement:

  • Offering DSA preparation courses
  • Using DSA content frameworks to guide instruction
  • Supporting students through the assessment process

Universities & Higher Education

Colleges and universities interested in recognizing DSA for admissions consideration or course placement.

Typical involvement:

  • Evaluating DSA for admissions recognition
  • Setting score expectations for applicants
  • Providing feedback on assessment quality and relevance

Responsibilities of Partner Institutions

All DSA partners commit to:

Student-Centered Service

  • Providing accurate information about DSA to students and families
  • Supporting students' own choices about whether and when to take DSA
  • Maintaining transparency about the assessment process

Academic Integrity

  • Upholding DSA's test security standards
  • Ensuring fair and consistent test administration
  • Reporting any concerns about irregularities

Quality Communication

  • Representing DSA accurately in all communications
  • Directing complex inquiries to DSA support when appropriate
  • Keeping current with DSA policies and updates

Data Protection

  • Handling student information in accordance with privacy regulations
  • Using student data only for legitimate educational purposes
  • Maintaining confidentiality of assessment materials

What DSA Provides to Partners

Training & Support

  • Orientation for new partner institutions
  • Administrator training for test hosting
  • Ongoing support from our partnerships team

Materials & Resources

  • Official preparation materials for students
  • Curriculum guides for educators
  • Informational materials for your community

Communication & Updates

  • Regular updates on new subjects and policy changes
  • Access to partner newsletters and briefings
  • Invitation to partner events and webinars

Recognition

  • Official partner status acknowledgment
  • Listing in our partner directory (optional)
  • Co-branded materials for your institution

Partner Certification

DSA provides official certification to recognized partner institutions, acknowledging their role in supporting students through the assessment process.

Certificate of Partnership

All approved partners receive an official Certificate of Partnership from DSA, which:

  • Confirms your institution's status as a recognized DSA partner
  • Specifies your partnership role (Registration Support, Test Administration, etc.)
  • Can be displayed at your institution and on your website
  • Is renewed annually upon continuation of the partnership

Authorized Test Center Certification

Institutions approved to host DSA examinations receive additional certification as an Authorized Test Center, indicating that:

  • Your facility meets DSA's testing environment standards
  • Your staff have completed test administrator training
  • Your institution upholds DSA's security and integrity requirements

This certification is subject to periodic review to ensure continued compliance with testing standards.

Digital Badges & Logos

Partners receive official DSA partner badges and logos for use on:

  • Institution websites
  • Promotional materials
  • Email signatures
  • Student-facing communications

Usage guidelines ensure consistent and appropriate representation of the DSA partnership.

Certification for Staff

Individual staff members who complete DSA training programs may receive:

  • Test Administrator Certificate — For staff trained to proctor DSA examinations
  • DSA Counselor Certificate — For advisors trained in DSA subject guidance and student support

These certificates recognize professional development and can be included in staff credentials.

Becoming a Partner

We welcome inquiries from educational institutions interested in working with DSA. Partnership arrangements are tailored to your institution's role and capacity.

To explore partnership:

1. Contact Us

Reach out to our partnerships team with information about your institution and how you'd like to work with DSA.

2. Discussion

We'll schedule a conversation to understand your needs and explain how partnership works.

3. Agreement

If there's a good fit, we'll formalize the partnership with clear expectations for both sides.

4. Onboarding

Your team receives training, materials, and access to partner resources.

5. Ongoing Collaboration

Regular check-ins and support to ensure the partnership serves your students well.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can students still register individually if our school is a partner?

Yes. Students always have the option to register directly through the DSA website. School partnership simply provides an additional, coordinated pathway for students who prefer it.

Does our school need to offer DSA preparation courses to become a partner?

No. Partners support DSA in different ways. Some focus on registration coordination, others on test hosting, and others on preparation. You can participate in the ways that make sense for your institution.

What are the requirements to host DSA exams at our facility?

Test hosting requires suitable space, trained administrators, and technical capability for digital delivery. Our team will guide you through the facility review process if you're interested in hosting.

Is there a minimum number of students required to become a partner?

We work with institutions of all sizes. Partnership terms are flexible and scaled to your context.

How do we stay updated on DSA changes and new subjects?

Partners receive regular communications about updates, new subject releases, and policy changes. We also host periodic webinars and briefings for partner institutions.

Contact Our Partnerships Team

Interested in partnering with DSA? We'd love to hear from you.

Submit a Partnership Inquiry

Please use our contact form to reach our partnerships team.

What to include in your inquiry:

  • Your institution name and location
  • Type of institution (school, consultancy, tutoring center, etc.)
  • How you'd like to work with DSA
  • Approximate number of students you serve annually

We typically respond within 5 business days.

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