Placement testing

Placement testing

Some schools will require you to take a placement test in math and English before you go to your school or when you arrive. These tests will help to determine which English and math level you are at so that your academic advisor can place you at the right academic level. If you need to take one they will likely show on your application portal, be listed on your next steps from admissions or you will be asked to take it during orientation. 

Only courses at the 100 level or above count as college/university credits, which you can use toward the 120 credits needed for you to get your bachelor’s degree. It is not uncommon for international students, based on test results, to take certain courses below the 100 level, such as English 099. These courses do not count toward your degree, but as a prerequisite for you to reach level 100 and higher.

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