The ACCUPLACER is a computerized test completed by students who plan to attend WCC. The test assesses the student's skill levels in reading and English (writing). The ACCUPLACER is not a pass or fail test, but helps the student and their counselor determine which classes are the best fit for their success.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Reading Comprehension - this test contains 22 questions. Some ask you to decide how two sentences are related. After reading various length passages, the student will answer questions.
Writing (Sentence Skills) - this test contains approximately 20 questions and measures your understanding of sentence structure - what makes a sentence complete and clear. Some questions deal with the logic of the sentence, and others with the relationships between two sentences.
No. The ACCUPLACER test helps determine the classes that are the best fit for student success.
A picture ID (driver's license or a previous school ID) is required. You cannot test without a photo ID. Bringing your WCC @student ID number is also helpful.
The results help to determine the best classes for you based on the areas tested: reading comprehension and English (sentence skills). After you complete the test, the results will display on your screen and testing center staff will print them out. The scores will also post to your MyWCC account and are available to counselors/advisors for your advising appointment.
Student can take the test on their own every 3 months
2nd time within 3 months they must see Student Connection staff (Note: Must wait a minimum of 24 hours before retesting)
3rd time within 3 months the Student must meet with an advisor to discuss their options
Please note: A photo ID is required to take any of the Placement Tests. No exceptions!