TBCC uses Placement Testing to determine students’ academic skill level for appropriate course placement in reading, writing and mathematics. New TBCC students are not required to take placement tests, but they are available if you would like to be certain of your course placement, or if your Success Coach thinks it would be beneficial.
Placement test scores can demonstrate satisfaction of prerequisite or required skill levels for enrollment in many TBCC courses. TBCC uses the computer-based Accuplacer Placement Test and testing is offered in the Library Testing Center.
The test is untimed and can be taken any time during the library’s hours of operation. The exam takes an average of two hours to complete but can be broken into sections. Taking the test is free for students who are planning to attend TBCC.
Individuals not intending to take classes at TBCC will be charged $30 to take the test.
Each test (reading, writing and math) may be taken twice in a three year period.
Math placement test scores are valid for 3 years, while reading and writing scores do not expire.
Because the placement test is used to place you in appropriate college level classes, doing your best will save you time and money. Students are strongly encouraged to inquire about study tools from the testing center to prepare for the test.
Accuplacer Study App
This free app includes sample questions and explanations for both correct and incorrect answers. Explore practice questions and get feedback on the skills you need to focus on the most. Available on most devices, as well as on a computer.
Sample Accuplacer Questions
20 sample questions from each section of the Accuplacer test. Get some practice answering real-life Accuplacer questions and then check your answers at the end of the document.