Math Placement
Changes to Math Placement for Fall 2022
Students who plan to take a math class during fall 2022 term (not summer) have expanded options to complete the math placement requirement. Read below to learn more about math placement changes for fall 2022 term registration.
Students registering for a Summer 2022 term math class
If you do not submit qualifying ACT (21+) or SAT (520+) math scores, complete an ALEKS assessment from home (or elsewhere with internet access). Scroll down to access your ALEKS account.
Summer 2022 - Math Placement Options
|
ALEKS Score |
ACT Math Score |
SAT Math Score |
Course Placement |
| 0 - 13 | * | * | Math 0910 and ZBMT 1033 |
| 14 - 29 | * | * | Math 0955, 0990, †1100 †Math 1100: College-level English eligibility is required for these ALEKS scores. |
| 0 - 20 | 0 - 519 | Take the Placement Test | |
| 30 - 45 | 21 | 520 - 529 | Math 0965, 1100, 1190, 1240 |
| 46 - 60 | 22 - 25 | 530 - 589 | Math 1370, 1410, 1470, 1530, 153H |
| 61 - 67 | 26 - 27 | 590 - 629 | Math 1490, 1580 |
| 68 - 75 | * | * | Math 1480, 1540, 154H |
| 76 - 100 | 28 - 36 | 630 - 800 | Math 1610, 161H |
| * | 28 - 36 | 630 - 800 | Math 2010 |
* Measure is not used for placement
Students registering for a Fall 2022 term math class
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 have one of these, complete an ALEKS assessment at a campus Testing Center. Appointments are required for testing.
- Satisfactory high school cumulative GPA and math course grade combination for
- Current high school students (grades 10-12)
- High school graduates within the last two years
- Satisfactory ACT or SAT math scores (test date within the last two years)
- Earned associate degree, bachelor’s degree or higher
- Grade of C or better in college-level math from an accredited institution
Students who meet one or more of the options above will be placed as follows:
New Fall 2022 term - Math Placement Options
New Fall 2022 term - Math Placement Options
|
ALEKS Score |
ACT Math Score |
SAT Math Score |
Course Placement |
| 0 - 13 | * | * | Math 0910 and ZBMT 1033 |
| 14 - 29 | * | * | Math 0955, †1100, 1190+0930, 1240+0940 †Math 1100: College-level English eligibility is required for these ALEKS scores. |
| 0 - 20 | 0 - 519 | Take the Placement Test | |
| 30 - 45 | 21 | 520 - 529 | Math 0965, 1100, 1190, 1240 |
| 46 - 60 | 22 - 25 | 530 - 589 | Math 1370, 1410, 1470, 1530, 153H |
| 61 - 67 | 26 - 27 | 590 - 629 | Math 1490, 1580 |
| 68 - 75 | * | * | Math 1480, 1540, 154H |
| 76 - 100 | 28 - 36 | 630 - 800 | Math 1610, 161H |
| * | 28 - 36 | 630 - 800 | Math 2010 |
* Measure is not used for placement
If none of the above applies to you, complete an ALEKS assessment for math placement
ALEKS identifies your math strengths and weaknesses. After completing an assessment you have access to an individualized learning plan in the program which offers a way for students to learn at their own pace. By working in ALEKS, you will improve your skills and may also improve your math course placement.
ALEKS consists of three steps:
- Initial Placement Assessment - Assess your math strengths and weaknesses
- Prep and Learning Module - Individualized learning plan where you practice
- Reassessment - Practice for five hours, then complete your next assessment
If you are satisfied with your placement after your initial 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.
If you are not satisfied with your placement after your initial assessment, take advantage of our math support! Virtual and in-person support is available while you work in the Prep and Learning Module. Complete five hours of practice in the Prep and Learning Module to unlock your next assessment.
Watch a short video to see how ALEKS works:
ALEKS for Spring and Summer 2022 Registration
Students taking a Spring or Summer term math class will take ALEKS assessments from home (or elsewhere with internet access). Mobile devices may not be compatible with ALEKS.
Follow these steps:
- Use the link below to log in to your ALEKS account
- Complete the ALEKS assessment within the required time limit
- After you finish and see your results, check the Math Placement Guide for your placement. Placement results will be sent to your Tri-C email account shortly after assessment
- If you are not satisfied with your placement result, take advantage of math support!
- Improve your skills by working in the Prep and Learning Module. Completing five hours practice will unlock your next assessment.
- Complete additional assessments to improve your skills and possible improve your math placement.
If you are satisfied with your math placement after assessment you may register for a math course you qualified for.
ALEKS for Fall 2022 Registration
Students taking a Fall term math class (not Spring or Summer) complete an ALEKS assessment in a campus Testing Center. Appointments are required for testing.
Students have the option to complete the first assessment from home as a practice attempt, which will not count for placement. If you don't want to practice, your first assessment will be taken in a campus Testing Center and will count for math placement.
Follow these steps:
- Make an appointment with a campus Testing Center to complete an ALEKS assessment.
- Complete the ALEKS assessment within the required time limit.
- After you finish and see your results, check the Math Placement Guide for your placement. Placement results will be sent to your Tri-C email account shortly after assessment
- If you are not satisfied with your placement result, take advantage of math support!
- Improve your skills by working in the Prep and Learning Module. Completing five hours practice will unlock your next assessment.
- Complete additional assessments to improve your skills and possible improve your math placement.
If you are satisfied with your math placement after assessment you may register for a math course you qualified for.
Math Coaching
A Tri-C math coach will contact you to connect you with math support to help you while you work in ALEKS and prepare for your next assessment. You can do it! Our math coaches are here to help you succeed.