What is acceptable documentation?

If the test was administered by a school or school psychologist, the acceptable format is:

· An original or notarized copy of the report from the school psychologist, on school district letterhead, signed by the psychologist; OR
· An official school transcript (with the school seal or sealed in a school district envelope); OR
· A letter from the school guidance office, on school letterhead, signed by an administrator.

If the test was given by an individual psychologist, the acceptable format includes:

· Psychologist/clinic/agency letterhead;
· The candidate's name;
· The date of test;
· The name of test;
· The full scale IQ and percentile;
· The original signature of the psychologist giving the test; AND
· The psychologist's license number must be on the document.

If the test was given by the armed forces, the acceptable format is a notarized copy of the record, or the record given from the National Personnel office.

How do I submit acceptable documentation? Or, the testing service says they won't send the scores directly to you. What do I do?

To submit your evidence, you have three options:

1. Have the school or testing service send your scores directly to us separate from your Mensa application and evaluation fee. To protect your privacy, some testing services will only send test scores directly to you. In this case, have them send it to you and then mail it in, unopened, with the Mensa application and evaluation fee.

2. Submit your original with your Mensa application and evaluation fee. If you would like the original returned, please include a SASE with your scores.

3. Send a notarized copy of your evidence with your Mensa application and evaluation fee.


What are some of the tests accepted for admission into American Mensa?

We accept approximately 200 different test scores for Mensa membership. We do not accept tests of achievement, such as the Iowa Tests of Basic Skills and the California Tests of Basic Skills. Generally, we accept tests that measure aptitude or ability. Since this list is constantly changing as more tests are developed and reviewed, we do not have a complete list available. If your test is not listed, please contact Testing and Admissions.


Where do I find my old scores?

You can get original copies of your test scores by contacting the appropriate agencies:

For the GRE, GMAT, SAT: Educational Testing Service, PO Box 592, Princeton NJ 08540; 609/921-9000; www.ets.org.

For the ACT: American College Testing, PO Box 168, Iowa City IA 55240; www.act.org.

For the LSAT: LSAC, Box 2000-T, Newtown, PA 18940; www.lsac.org.

For the AGCT, GT, NGCT, GCT: National Personnel Records Center, attn: Military Personnel Records, 9700 Page Blvd., St. Louis MO 63132; www.nara.gov/regional/stlouis.html.

For the Miller Analogy (MAT): Psychological Corporation, 555 Academic Cir., San Antonio TX 78204; 800/622-3231; www.hbtpc.com.


It has been a long time; are my scores still acceptable?

Scores are valid forever, as long as they meet the Mensa requirements.


What about SAT blended scores?

Mensa does not accept "blended scores" or those from more than one test administration.


How long does the evaluation process take?

Prior-evidence evaluation should only take two to four weeks. If it has been longer, please contact Testing and Admissions.


I thought Mensa only accepts the top 2 percent. Why do you take the top 5 percent on the GMAT?

This is because the sample (those taking the GMAT) is not a normally distributed sample (i.e., they have probably completed three to four years of college). The scores are adjusted to reflect this.


What if I don't want to part with the original? What if I want my documentation returned?

You have two choices, either of which is acceptable:

1. Send the original with a SASE so that we may return it to you; OR

2. Send in a notarized copy. Please have the notary write a jurat explaining, "This is a true and exact copy of the original presented before me on this date."


Where do I send my Mensa application, documentation and evaluation fee?

Send to:

American Mensa, Ltd.
Attn: Testing and Admissions Manager
1229 Corporate Drive West
Arlington, TX 76006-6103


If I send my application and the documentation comes separately, will you be able to match it up?

Yes. However, please keep in mind that the name on the documentation must match the name on the application. If it is different for some reason, documentation must be included — for example, a notarized copy of a social security card, marriage license, or court records to show a new married name.