Placement Testing
New incoming students and transfers students who have either not take the ACT at all or those who have taken ACT or SAT, but are not satisfied with their scores or the courses required are required to take a placement test. Also, students whose ACT or SAT scores are dated, must with take a the Accuplacer test prior to certain class registration. The Accuplacer assessment tools is used to assess college-level skills in Mathematics, English, and Reading. The test results are used by advisors to make decisions about the level of courses you are prepared to take.
This computerized placement test is offered to new students to assist Leighton staff in determining course placement. This is not a college admissions test. Also, there is no “passing” score. Obtained scores indicate areas in which you are strong and areas in which you may need support to improve your skills. This computer-based assessment and is not timed. Whatever the results, Leighton University has a starting place for you.
All new and transfer students are allowed to take the Accuplacer tests once at no charge. For students who desire to re-test may do so at least 14 days after their first attempt, at the cost of $10 paid directly to Accuplacer. After completing the test, an advisor reviews the scores, who will offer suggestions at an advisement session for an appropriate workshop or an enrichment course.
Who Qualifies for ACCUPLACER?
Suppose you are 21 years of age or older, have a high school equivalency diploma, or have not taken the ACT or SAT within the last five (5) years. In that case, you will be required to take the ACCUPLACER placement test before registering for courses.
If you are under 21 years of age, ACT or SAT scores are required. Submit a copy of your ACT/SAT score report to the Admissions Office.
If you are a transfer from another college or university and have completed college-level English, Math, and certain lecture courses. In that case, you may be exempt from testing in certain areas, or you may be exempt from the entire ACCUPLACER placement test exercise.
ACCUPLACER Study App