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| Types of Tests: | |
| Placement Tests:
Students must take
a computer-adaptive test (COMPASS) for admissions placement. Most students
need the complete test (English, reading, math). Depending on their math
score and program of study, some students may need one or two additional
algebra tests. The COMPASS has no time limit. Since each student will be
started on The COMPASS on an individual basis some waiting may be required,
especially during the final days of testing each semester. Computer Competency: The Computer Competency
Test is restricted to University Transfer, Associate in General Education,
OTA, ADN, Spanish Certificates, Pharmacy Tech and Respiratory Therapy
majors only. This test is only offered during Compass hours only, requires
90 minutes to complete, and may only be taken once. |
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| About Placement Testing: | |
| Where: | The Testing Center is located in the Phail Wynn, Jr. Student Services Center on the third floor Room 1302. The elevator is located in the main lobby of the building. The steps in the main lobby area reach the 2nd floor only, proceed to either end of the hall and use the stairs to access the 3rd floor. COMPASS tests may be taken off-campus during scheduled days. |
| What to Bring: | Photo I.D., Social Security number (if you have one), and a #2 pencil. Calculators will be supplied for students taking algebra tests. |
| When: | As soon as possible. Testing rooms were filled to the maximum toward the end of last term. Students may test only twice for COMPASS. |
| What Time: | The center will open at the times listed below for students to check in and receive their testing materials. It is critical that students arrive by the indicated check-in time. After check-in is complete, test security standards require that no more students can be admitted to the room. While waiting for check-in, students may line up or wait in the student lounge directly across the hall. Testing is on a first-come,first-served basis. |
| How Long: | COMPASS testing is in a computer-adaptive, untimed format. Students who do not complete testing in one session may return and finish at another open-lab session. |
| Please note: | Parents may not bring children to testing. Food and drink are not permitted in the Testing Center. Cell phone and pagers must be turned off during testing. |
| Review: | To make your best possible score on COMPASS, review as much as possible before taking the test. You have several review options:
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Placement Test Schedule
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