WGU has a pretty easy to follow policy on which calculators it allows on WGU proctored tests. Below, you will find a list of calculators that are recommended by WGU, and which are allowed to be used in your comprehensive math test at the end of the class. Below the list of approved calculators is more information about specific requirements.
For general majors, especially those taking courses C278, C459, C463, C784, C955, C957, L121, C958, C959, or C960, WGU recommends these calculators:
For business courses/majors, WGU recommends this calculator:
Here is a list of other permitted calculators (not inclusive, see below list for details):
- TI-30
- TI-34
- TI-36
- TI-82
- TI-83
- TI-83+
- TI-84
- TI-84+
- TI-85
- TI-86
- TI BA II Plus (Note: the Professional series is not permitted)
- TI-Nspire (Only the non-CAS version)
- HP 10b
- HP 10bII
- HP 12c
- HP 12cPlatinum
- Sharp EL-738C
- Casio FC-200V
- Casio FX300
*In a testing environment, an embedded calculator may also be used.
Calculators that are NOT allowed:
- Calculators that have CAS systems
- HP calculators that aren’t listed above
- Computer calculators
- PDA’s
- Calculators that include an electronic writing pad
- pen-input device calulators
- QWERTY calculators (such as some TI-Nspires)
WGU calculator general rules, per their website: “You may use one basic, scientific, business/financial, or graphing calculator, unless it has a built-in computer algebra system (CAS)… Calculators with paper tape are allowed if the tape is removed and they are not prohibited for other reasons. Calculators with memory, including permitted graphing calculators, must have their memory cleared prior to beginning an assessment. Programs stored in a calculator’s memory are considered material not approved for use during an assessment.”
As of June 04, 2020, this information was accurate. Please verify with WGU if you aren’t sure. We are not affiliated with WGU, we are just passing along helpful information.