Placement testing

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What is ACCUPLACER?

ACCUPLACER is an integrated system of computer-adaptive assessments tailored for each future student and designed to evaluate their skills in reading, writing and mathematics.

Is the ACCUPLACER required?

As part of the enrollment process, every first-time; Stark State College degree-seeking student is required to take the ACCUPLACER, which is a computer-based assessment. Exceptions would be if they have ACT or SAT scores or college credit that waives this requirement. (ACT and SAT scores are valid for five years.)

To schedule the ACCUPLACER on main campus in North Canton or at Stark State College Akron, click the appropriate button below.

Schedule at main campus
Schedule at SSC Akron

Preparing for the ACCUPLACER

To save time and money, it is suggested that you first prepare. Learn how your ACCUPLACER score effects the cost of your college tuition.

View CEEP training videos

Attend a face-to-face/teacher-led College Entrance Exam Preparation (CEEP) workshop or use the next-generation ACCUPLACER practice link to access ACCUPLACER sample questions.

We believe that preparation is key and that the more that students know about what to expect before you take the assessment, the better your chances of scoring higher, saving time and money and earning your degree faster.

Although the tests are not timed, most students take the test within 90 minutes.

The ACCUPLACER is not pass-or-fail. Your scores help advisors place you in appropriate courses that match your current skill level. ACCUPLACER uses cut scores to determine whether you are ready for college-level (credit) courses or need to take a remedial (non-credit) course first. If your score is below the cut score in a subject, you must complete the required remedial course before enrolling in college-level classes in that area.

ACCUPLACER will show immediate results when it’s completed.

There is no cost.

  • Technical devices, such as calculators, are not permitted. (ACCUPLACER will display a calculator as needed during the assessment.)
  • Pencils and scratch paper are provided.

The ACCUPLACER is administered at Stark State College and satellite testing centers. When you are ready, schedule a time to take the assessment:

Schedule at main campus
Schedule at SSC Akron

Plan to arrive approximately 15 minutes prior to your start time to sign in.

On main campus, park in the visitor lot in front of the Gateway Center building.

College Entrance Exam Prep – CEEP

What is CEEP?

CEEP (College Entrance Exam Preparation) provides printed study materials and training videos created by experienced instructors from each ACCUPLACER subject.

ACCUPLACER sample questions

What is next-generation?

Next-generation ACCUPLACER practice

Writing Sample Questions

  • WritePlacer assesses the writing skills of new college students.
  • WritePlacer gives you an opportunity to show how effectively you can develop and express your ideas in writing.

Reading Sample Questions

The next-generation reading assesses the following knowledge and skills:

  • Information and ideas (reading closely, determining central ideas and themes, summarizing, understanding relationships)
  • Rhetoric (analyzing word choice rhetorically, analyzing text structure, analyzing point of view, analyzing purpose, analyzing arguments)
  • Synthesis (analyzing multiple texts)
  • Vocabulary

QAS Sample Questions

The next-generation quantitative reasoning, algebra and statistics (QAS) assesses the following knowledge and skills:

  • Rational numbers
  • Ratio and proportional relationships
  • Exponents
  • Algebraic expressions
  • Linear equations
  • Linear applications and graphs
  • Probability sets
  • Descriptive statistics
  • Geometry concepts

Advanced algebra sample questions

The next-generation advanced algebra and functions (AAF) assesses the following knowledge and skills:

  • Linear equations
  • Linear applications and graphs
  • Factoring
  • Quadratics
  • Functions
  • Radical and rational equations
  • Polynomial equations
  • Exponential and logarithmic equations
  • Trigonometry

What is the computer skills assessment?

Included in the assessment process at Stark State College is a supplemental evaluation that assesses basic computer skills. The goal is to assess and place the student in the appropriate level computer class. You are required to show competency and knowledge of the following:

  • Basic knowledge of hardware
  • Basic knowledge of software
  • Basic knowledge of Windows OS
  • Basic knowledge of file management
  • Basic knowledge of the Internet

Web resources to help with computer skills:

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