Math Placement

The math placement requirement may be satisfied by meeting one of the options below. Refer to the tables below or the Math Placement Guide for more information. If you do not satisfy one of these options, you will begin the math placement process. 

• Satisfactory high school cumulative GPA and math course grade combination for
  • Current high school students (grades 10-12) 
  • High school graduates within the last five years  
• Satisfactory ACT or SAT math scores (test date within the last five years)
• Earned associate degree, bachelor’s degree or higher
• Grade of C or better in college-level math from an accredited institution
• Placement from the above options is valid for five years from when they are earned.

Students who meet one or more of the options above will be placed as follows:

Fall 2024 Math Placement Tables:

†Completion of English 0955 or English 1010 eligibility is required.

* Measure is not used for placement.

Students have choices!

As you begin the math placement process, it is important for you to know that you have choices!

ALEKS is a computer software that identifies your math strengths and weaknesses. After completing your first assessment, you can work to improve your score. By working through the ALEKS placement process, you can improve your skills and may also improve your placement level. Your placement level will determine what math class you will need to take.

Some things to keep in mind:

• Students can choose to take their first test as practice!
  • The ALEKS software will create a personalized learning path with self-study modules to help you improve your skills.
  • Always remember that you may not use outside resources, including a personal calculator, during your ALEKS assessment. However, you may use the built-in calculator that appears on certain questions during the test.
  • Please know that you will likely be asked math questions that you may not be prepared to answer. The system allows you to respond with an “I don’t know” answer. This is OK. If you need to use this answer, do so. It is expected that most students will use this answer at some point during their assessment.
• Students can choose to take the course into which they originally placed!
  • You can choose to register for the math course you placed in. It is important for you to know that the ALEKS system has been able to help many students improve their scores in as little as five hours of work. This extra work can save you time and money.
• Students can choose to retest!
  • If you choose to retest, you can take the placement up to five times, with practice in between attempts.
• Students can choose to meet in-person with a math coach!
  • Math coaches can help you navigate through the ALEKS system and throughout the entire math placement process. Math coaches can work with you to help improve your score.
• Taking your math placement:
  • You can take your test online or on-campus. 
  • Follow "Step 3 - Take your Math Placement Test" below.

• A math coach will reach out to discuss your placement score and help you understand your options.

• If you are satisfied with your placement after your initial proctored assessment, you can register for the math course you qualify for based on your academic program requirements. A counselor can help you determine which courses are required for your program of study.

Hear what students have to say about the ALEKS system and view a video of how ALEKS works:

Click here to watch a short video to see how ALEKS works.

Click here to see what students are saying about ALEKS.

Students have the choice to take their Math Placement Test remotely using Proctor U, or in-person at a campus Testing Center.  Please click a link below for more information: