Rhode Island Mensa's
Testing Information Page

Think, Discover, Join!

American Mensa, Ltd. offers two different test batteries for admission:
1) The Mensa Admission Test is appropriate for most candidates. It consists of two tests, either of which can qualify you to join Mensa.

2) The Culture Fair Test is language neutral. It is appropriate for people who are dyslexic or people whose primary language is not English. It consists of three tests, of which any one can qualify you to join Mensa. Two of the tests are untimed (within reasonable limits). Candidates should be able to understand English spoken at the 6th grade level. This test is scheduled once or twice a year. You may request to be put on a notification list.

You may take both tests, once each. The cost is $40 per test session, payable in cash, check, money order or credit card. All candidates must have a photo ID. Candidates between the ages of 14 and 18 must have proof of age and be accompanied to registration by a parent or guardian, who will sign the consent to test. Unfortunately, we cannot test anyone younger than 14 years old.

Many of our tests are administered on Saturday mornings. If this is not convenient for you, please suggest a day or time that is. We cannot guarantee we will be able to accommodate you, but we will try. Please let us know which test you prefer, the Mensa Admission Test or the Culture Fair Test, at ritestcoordinator@yahoo.com.

You can also submit prior evidence for admission, or take the Home test to see how you do before taking the actual test. Good luck, and we hope to see you there!

The geographic area of Rhode Island Mensa covers all of Rhode Island and Bristol County in Southeastern Massachusetts.

The American Mensa Admissions Tests are given for the purpose of admission into Mensa. A score at the 98th percentile on any one of our tests or American Mensa, Ltd. sanctioned prior evidence qualifies you for Mensa membership. Note: American Mensa does not release test scores and percentiles to anyone, including candidates. The final authority on admission matters rests with American Mensa, Ltd., under the aegis of the American Mensa Supervisory Psychologist. The material presented on this page is for informational purposes only, is non-binding, and is subject to change without notice.