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Princeton mandates proctoring for in-person exams, upending 133 year precedent

Princeton faculty mandate proctoring for in-person exams, upending 133 years of precedent

dailyprincetonian.com

May 13, 2026

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Summary

All in-person examinations at Princeton will be proctored starting July 1, marking the first significant change to the honor system since its establishment in 1893. This decision was made after a faculty vote requiring instructor supervision, with only one opposing vote.

Key Takeaways

All in-person examinations at Princeton will be proctored starting July 1, marking the first change to the honor system since its establishment in 1893.
The faculty passed the proctoring proposal with one opposing vote, following months of discussions about academic integrity and the impact of AI on cheating.
The policy cites increased use of AI tools and a reluctance among students to report peers as key reasons for implementing proctoring.
A survey indicated that 29.9% of seniors admitted to cheating, while 44.6% knew of Honor Code violations but did not report them.

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Positives

The shift to proctored exams may restore integrity in the academic environment, addressing the alarming rates of cheating reported by students.
Implementing proctoring could foster a culture of accountability, encouraging students to value their education and honor more seriously.

Concerns

The ease of cheating with modern technology, including AI, raises significant concerns about the effectiveness of traditional exam formats.
The reliance on an honor system has proven ineffective, as evidenced by the high percentage of students who witness cheating but choose not to report it.