Accuplacer* Test Breakdown

Accuplacer* Test Breakdown

Here are the sections on the Accuplacer test:

Sentence Skills, Reading Comprehension, Arithmetic, Elementary Algebra, College-Level Mathematics, Levels of English Proficiency Language Use.

The Accuplacer test is a placement test, developed by the College Board, that is used by colleges, universities, and technical schools as an aid to determine the course placement of incoming college students. The test is customized for each educational institution and is administered by each institution itself. The test helps determine if an incoming student should be placed in freshman courses or if that student needs any developmental courses or help prior to enrolling in regular, freshman courses. A benefit of the Accuplacer test is that scoring is immediate, and educational institutions have immediate access to student scores, which can aid in rapid course placement.

The Accuplacer test is administered by individual colleges (two- and four-year), universities, and technical schools around the world. The test can be given on or off campus, in any facility that has internet access, since the test is a computer-based test. In order to register for the Accuplacer test, it is recommended that prospective test-takers contact their college or university directly to sign up. Usually, appointments for the Accuplacer test are scheduled through the school’s counseling or advisement office. On the day of the test, a valid picture ID is required to be allowed to take the Accuplacer test.