Biology Placement Test

The biology placement test is based on the objectives of the BIO-1110 Biological Fundamentals course and measures students' knowledge of biological chemistry for placement into BIO-2331 Anatomy and Physiology l.

• It does not qualify as completion of a biology 1000-level course, the prerequisite for several other biology courses.
• Students must score at least 21/30 (70%) to earn a passing score.
• A passing score does not exempt a student from completing BIO-1110 if that course is required for the degree or certificate they plan to earn.
• Students who score 21 or higher may register for BIO-2331, but those who score less than 21 must register for BIO-1110.
• Students are not required to take this test to be eligible for BIO-1110.

Prepare for the test:

Review the general Biology placement test review topics.

Complete the test:

The Biology placement test is completed in person at one of the Tri-C Testing Centers.

• Contact a Testing Center to schedule a Biology Placement test.
• Bring a photo ID on the day of your test.
• Complete the test in the allotted time.
• After the test, your grade will be emailed to your Tri-C student email within 72 hours.

After the test:

Your test score results will update in your student record within 72 hours after completing the test. Placement test results will be sent to your Tri-C student email account within 72 hours.

Students are allowed one retest attempt. 

Contact the counseling office if you have questions about which courses are required for your program of study. Biology courses may require completion of prerequisites prior to registration. View the list of courses and prerequisites.