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Level I · Official assessment

Examination overview

A formal assessment of quantitative reasoning and applied research judgment, separate from section checks and interview preparation.

40Multiple-choice questions
75%Minimum passing score
30/40Correct answers required
90 minutesTimed examination duration
Official examinations require an Academy account, enrollment in this level and, for Levels II and III, a pass in the previous level's examination. The practice assessment is separate from your official record.

Examination structure

  • 40 multiple-choice questions covering this level’s core concepts.
  • A minimum of 30 correct answers (75%) is required to pass.
  • 90-minute standard timing, 180-minute extended timing or an untimed accessibility option, selected before starting.
  • Your first answer is recorded before immediate correct/incorrect feedback and an explanation. Answers are graded automatically.
  • Interview preparation and formative practice results do not record an official pass.

Attempts and retakes

3 standard retakes are permitted after the initial attempt.

Students needing a fourth retake may request Quant Atlas guidance before an additional attempt is authorized. Attempt limits and authorization are checked against your account record before another official attempt can start.

Progression and eligibility

No prior Academy level required. Basic mathematical familiarity is useful.

Passing Level I enables progression to Level II and eligibility for its separate enrollment. Explore Level II →

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Official examinations require enrollment in this level and, for Levels II and III, a pass in the previous level. Log in to start.

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