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Exam Overview
The Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT) for Physics (114) is a crucial component of teacher certification for individuals seeking to teach physics in Oklahoma public schools. Administered as part of the Certification Examinations for Oklahoma Educators (CEOE), this exam ensures that candidates possess the subject-matter knowledge and instructional understanding needed to educate students effectively at the secondary level.
Exam Structure and Key Details
| Exam Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Test Name | OSAT Physics (114) |
| Testing Program | Certification Examinations for Oklahoma Educators (CEOE), administered by Pearson |
| Format | Computer-based test (CBT) at a test center, year-round by appointment |
| Questions | 80 selected-response questions + 1 constructed-response assignment |
| Subareas | I. Motion, Forces, Work, and Energy (32%) · II. Electricity, Magnetism, and Waves (29%) · III. Thermal and Modern Physics (24%) · IV. Constructed-Response Assignment (15%) |
| Testing Time | 4 hours (4 hours 15 minutes total appointment, including a 15-minute tutorial and nondisclosure agreement) |
| Passing Score | 240 |
| Test Fee | $118 (check the CEOE website for the current fee) |
| Provided at the Test | On-screen scientific calculator; physics notes, constants, and formulas |
| Score Reporting | On the score report date posted for your test date on the CEOE website |
Importance of the OSAT Physics (114)
Why This Matters for Your Career
Passing the OSAT Physics (114) validates your qualifications as a subject-area expert and educator. It opens the door to teaching opportunities across Oklahoma and builds trust with schools, parents, and students. Your performance on this test reflects your readiness to inspire the next generation of scientific thinkers.
This guide will help you reach that goal—one concept, question, and section at a time.
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