Prometric Testing Site 5203 5204

Less than ten days before my test, they canceled on me. They said «you can no longer take it here or on these dates but we have automatically rescheduled you for random other dates in New Jersey.» When I called to explain I took work off for these dates, I work 80 work weeks, and I can’t just go to New Jersey whenever I want, they said too bad. They then allowed me to switch to dates that worked for me in Manhattan… for $ 50… which I did… because I was desperate. I asked why this location canceled and they said «There was an issue with this location on those dates.» I was curious and asked for specifics and they did not give them to me. I don’t know who’s fault this is, but this is the location that canceled on me with less than ten days notice!

the people who work here are nice but i had the worst prometric experience ever
a kid sat next to me during my 7 hour exam, and was shaking his desk (subsequently shaking mine), making noises and twirling in his chair. he was taking the scat exam? I was rushing for time and it was incredibly distracting, i couldn’t even finish the easier portion of my exam on time (i had to quickly guess through it because i was so distracted). it took a long time for the staff to take him out of the room. i know i could’ve done better if it weren’t for such absurd testing conditions. its not fair because you can’t recover lost points on something like. especially if its a one-​time exam.

People that work here are very nice even though they need to speak up a bit when directing you on what to do.
My main reason for giving only 1 star:
This Prometric Testing Center sits directly below air vents used for this entire high rise building. The loud noise from the air vents caused interference throughout my entire 4 hour test taking experience which disrupted and distracted my focus and ability to attend. The air vents were extremely loud when they would turn on and run. The air vents would turn on and off and run every other minute with no respite from this terrible extraneous noise during the exam. The Prometric Testing Center employees informed me that numerous other test takers have complained about this constant loud noise interruption and employees mentioned it is disruptive for them. The noise cancelling headsets that were provided were not enough to block out this extraneous noise that was completely disruptive which would cause most test takers to have a decreased ability to focus on their exams at this particular Prometric Testing Center. I cannot believe that a Prometric Testing Center is allowed to operate under these such conditions.
And then when you complain to your supposedly client-​centered professional credentialing review board you get this canned response:
While unfortunate, it is impossible to soundproof the testing rooms. Earphones are provided, and candidates may wear earplugs. Extraneous sounds may be heard at times in the testing room due to general societal sounds from inside or outside the building. These are environmental sounds which neither Prometric nor ***** has any control.

Took the MCAT here. Very professional setting but not as overwhelming as I imagine it would have been in midtown. You can keep snacks in the lockers. Shake Shack and many other delicious post-​exam options nearby!

Its a great test center! I took USMLE step 3 here, thats 2 days 8 hours each day. The staff is very polite n methodical. They totally undestand you are anxious coz of the test and add no extra stress from their side. A few of them were even concerned and kept checking with us how the test was.
The area itself is very spacious n clean. They have ample space to fit in atleast 20 – 30 candidates in one day. There is a seating area outside where you can eat your lunch.
Overall, a great experience! Highly recommend this test center.

Hands down the best Prometric site in NYC. They get you to your station quickly and smoothly. The only reason this is not a 5 us because I’m never in here for an enjoyable reason.

I must say that this is prometric review vs other prometric reviews. Specifically the 43^rd st and 2^nd ave one my only comparison.
exam rooms at the brooklyn room is smaller than the Manhattan center, that means that there is less movement in and around the room. There are also less people taking exams in brooklyn, less schools, less people etc, so you notice the employees are a little nicer, but not by much.
Zippered Sweaters, if you are cold and have a sweater, they take it away, and give you some ratty tatty sweater of theirs. GROSS! So, keep that in mind.
Pockets: think ahead, wear sweats with no pockets. save time.
Food: AWFUL, if you have a break, there is almost nothing good to eat that is somewhat healthy. Bring a snack. Manhattan has a few more options here. However, about two blocks away: subway and dunkin donuts are close.
Bathrooms: decent, require a key code.
Morning entrance: Go early, lots of people as the building next door is the jury duty building so parking lots, last minute things are busy etc.
There is a manned bike Parking location across the street that is 1.00 dollar for the whole day.
Good luck.

In a few words.
You’re already stressed about that stupid exam you have to take whatever it happens to be. Then you have to be subjected to a cold exam room with metal detection every time you go to the bathroom, fingerprinting, and pocket checks (yes make sure you wear NO pockets or you’ll be feeling up your bum all day). And they scold you like a child when you forget you have to do something like fingerprint yourself for the 20^th time. I mean come on don’t you know we’re in test mode?
Then they have a huge waiting room which really is a waste of space and you can’t even wait in there. Or eat. You have to walk outside the site and eat in the hallway like a dog.
The actually test site material (headphones, noise silencing giant orange device, staedler markers and erase laminated board) are good.

I thought I should add a review to the Brooklyn prometrics site 5204 (on Livingston street). I went there just yesterday for my Step 2 and found it easily from the R train.
The testing center itself is on the 11^th floor of this large building. The ladies running the site were polite and helpful. No one was nasty or unreasonable.
They have a sitting area where you can eat and they have personal lockers to guard your things while you multiple choice yourself to death.
Climate wise it was cool and I was thankful I had brought an extra layer/​hoodie.
The bathrooms are outside the main office and require codes but the codes are posted in 2 places and the ladies will also tell you.
Overall, I would definitely use their site again. A far cry from my friend who took his test in manhattan with a raging runny nose only to be refused tissues during the exam.