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ACCUPLACER Placement Test and Multiple Measures

St. Louis Community College uses the Accuplacer Placement Test, an untimed, computerized placement test to evaluate academic skills and place students into appropriate courses.   Grade Point Averages (GPA) can be used as another measure of placement.  Placement Test Scores indicate areas in which students are strong and areas in which they may need help. Following testing, results will be reviewed with students to determine appropriate coursework to align with the displayed academic skills and chosen program of study.

The Accuplacer Placement Test is required of all students unless academic credentials are submitted that qualify students to take such courses without testing.  STLCC may waive all or part of the placement test if students provide documentation of one of the following:

  • A college transcript or grade report documenting successful completion (with a grade of “C” or higher) of reading, writing or mathematics course prerequisites
  • A college degree from an accredited institution
  • An ACT score earned within the last three years documenting:
  • A reading score of 18 or above to waive the reading test
  • An English score of 18 or above to waive the writing test
  • A math score of 23 or above to waive the math test
  • An SAT score earned within the last three years documenting:
  • A critical reading score of 500 or above to waive the reading and writing tests
  • A math score of 580 or above to waive the math test

In addition, some selective admission programs may require additional assessment exams or skills tests.

If a student is unable to document that alternative assessment criteria has been met (as noted above),  they will be required to take the appropriate placement test(s) through STLCC before enrollment.  If the student has a disability that requires accommodations for the entry assessment, the Access office at the campus or school of choice can be contacted for an appointment prior to testing.  Documentation will be required.

More information about the Accuplacer placement test is provided in the preparation video and the online guide. Students and parents/caregivers can call or visit the Assessment Center at the campus of choice to set a testing appointment. 

Florissant Valley Forest Park
Admin Building, First Floor E-219
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Meramec Wildwood
Communications North 122 Student Services Area
314-984-7596 636-422-2000