Tri-C Placement Overview

You will be assigned an English course based on meeting one of the placement options listed above.  Please refer to the English Placement Guide for more information.  If you cannot be placed in a course using the options above, you must complete an English placement test. 

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If you are not placed in an English or math course at the College based on ACT, SAT, high school GPA, or previous college credit, and English was not the first language you learned to speak and write, or if you have previously completed English as a second language (ESL) classes, complete ESL placement first. There are three parts which must be completed in order. This should be done before you attempt an English or math placement test.

Prospective ESL students can choose to complete their ESL Placement test remotely or in-person at a campus.

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Students registering for math classes may be assigned a math placement based on satisfying one of the placement options mentioned above. Please refer to the Math Placement Guide for more information.  If you cannot be placed in a course using the options above, you must complete an ALEKS assessment.

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The biology placement test for placement into BIO 2331 Anatomy and Physiology is available in person at one of the testing centers.

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The chemistry placement test for placement into CHEM 1010, CHEM 1020 or CHEM 1300 is available in person at one of the testing centers.

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Students who may require testing accommodations related to a disability should contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS) before taking any placement tests.

View information on Student Accessibility Services.