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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

Grade in Last High

School Math Class

High School

GPA ≥ 3.5

High School

GPA ≥ 3.0

High School

GPA ≥ 2.5

Calculus: A, B or C Math 2010, 161H, 1610, 1580, 154H, 1540, 153H, 1530, 1490, 1480, 1470, 1410, 1370, 1240, 1190, 1100 Math 2010, 1610, 1580, 1540, 1530, 1490, 1480, 1470, 1410, 1370, 1240, 1190, 1100  Math 1580, 1540, 1530, 1490, 1470, 1410, 1370, 1240, 1190, 1100
Precalculus: A or B Math 1610, 1580,
154H, 1540, 153H,
1530, 1490, 1480,
1470, 1410, 1370,
1240, 1190, 1100
Math 1580, 1540,
1530, 1490, 1470,
1410, 1370, 1240,
1190, 1100
Math 1530, 1470,
1410, 1370, 1240,
1190, 1100
Precalculus: C Math 1580, 154H,
1540, 153H, 1530,
1470, 1410, 1370,
1240, 1190, 1100
Math 1540, 1530,
1470, 1410, 1370,
1240, 1190, 1100
Math 1530, 1470,
1410, 1370, 1240,
1190, 1100
Algebra II: A Math 153H, 1530,
1470, 1410, 1370,
1240, 1190, 1100
Math 1530, 1470,
1410, 1370, 1240,
1190, 1100
Math 1240, 1190,
1100
Algebra II: B Math 153H, 1530,
1470, 1410, 1370,
1240, 1190, 1100
Math 1240, 1190,
1100
Math 1240+0940,
1190+0930, 1100
Algebra II: C Math 1240, 1190,
1100
Math 1240+0940,
1190+0930, 1100
Math 1240+0940,
1190+0930, 1100

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

Math Placement Guide

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:

  1. Initial Placement Assessment - Assess your math strengths and weaknesses
  2. Prep and Learning Module - Individualized learning plan where you practice
  3. 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 Information Video

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.

Access Your ALEKS Account Here!

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.

Access Your ALEKS Account Here!

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.  

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How to reach us

Brunswick University Center
3605 Center Road
Brunswick, OH 44212
BUC 212
216-987-3877
BrunswickTestingCenter@tri-c.edu 

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Highland Hills, OH 44122
Student Services building (ESS) 1108
216-987-2256
EastTestingCenter@tri-c.edu 

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Cleveland, OH 44115
Student Services building (MSS) 103
216-987-4311
MetroTestingCenter@tri-c.edu

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Parma, OH 44130
Technology Learning Center (TLC) GT115
216-987-5257
WestTestingCenter@tri-c.edu

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Westlake, OH 44145
Room 137
216-987-3888
WestshoreTestingCenter@tri-c.edu 

Testing Center Hours

Brunswick University Center
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Eastern Campus
Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Monday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Monday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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