Guidelines For Placement Into Math And English Classes


We use ACT scores to tell us which Math and English classes students should start with. Students who feel they are ready for a higher-level class than their ACT scores indicate can take the Accuplacer test. If their Accuplacer scores confirm that they are ready for the higher level courses, then the students can register for the higher level courses. There is no charge for the Accuplacer (this year!), and the student must make an appointment. Talk to an advisor for the details.




“What MATH class should I take?”

If your Math ACT is:

23 or higher

22 – 18

17 – 0

MATH 1030,

(your choice) 1040,

                         1050,

                    or higher.

MATH 1010

or

Test out for higher placement.

MATH 0970*

or

Test out for higher placement

MATH 0970 credits do not count towards graduation, but they do count towards scholarship and

    financial aid credit requirements





“What ENGLISH class should I take?”

If your English ACT is:

17 or higher

16 – 11

10 – 0

ENGL 1010

 

ENGL 0980 (recommended)

or 1010

-Meet with an academic or faculty advisor to determine the best course for you.

-Take the placement test if you’re unsure.**

-Plan on using the Writing Lab a lot! (Humanities Bldg. # 149)

       ENGL 0980* (required)

* ENGL 0980 credits do not count towards graduation credit requirements, but do count towards full-time student status and scholarship/financial aid credit requirements.


**To test out requires a writing sample to be performed at the Snow College Testing Center located in the Social Science Bldg. #109. There is no additional cost.