Do I need to take an assessment test before I register? Follow
It depends on several things. If you already have a college degree from a U.S. college or university, you do not need to be assessed. If you have already taken an assessment test at another California community college and have the scores, we can use those scores to accurately place you.
Likewise, if you have taken English, reading, or Math classes at another college, we can review your transcript (even unofficial copies) and place you based on previous coursework.
Finally, if you are only here to take a class in some area other than English, Reading, or Math, you may not need to take the assessment.
However, most students will be placed into math and English courses based on their high school transcripts. There is no charge, and we’ll usually use the higher of your current assessment result or prior test or coursework.
Visit the Assessment Center for more information.
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