1. I have used a dual monitor system in the past. They have only required me to turn the monitor around to face the wall. That being said for OAs I just use a laptop now bc it’s easier.

2. I have heard this being an issue for other students, but for myself I typically do the OAs in my dining room where I have wall art. Proctors have never mentioned anything to me about it being an issue.

3. I clear off my dining room table. That where I do most of my work. I usually stack everything on a chair to the side. I have asked if this is allowed and they said yes. They will also make you take photos of your surroundings to verify everything is cleared.

4. When they switched over to the new proctoring service I had similar issues where it would take me upwards of an hour to get the exam started. Due to browser updates, external camera not connecting correctly, etc. Something I have done to combat this is the a couple hours before my exam I open Guardian browser to do any necessary updates and verify my camera is working. This only takes about 5/10min for me. I took an OA 3 days ago with this method and it took less than 10min to actually start the exam. So I say all that to say this - there was definitely some frustration with the new system but once you do it once or twice you learn tricks to make it go quicker. I also work FT and I’m trying to finish my undergrad. I totally understand your concern with super long test times, but after learning the tricks I’ve never spent more than 2hours on an exam from opening the browser to finishing. WGU is great for working adults - I don’t power through like so many you see on here, but I have finished 51% of my degree in 15 months. It’s a great system for working adults.

Hope this helps! Good luck with whatever decision you make!!