You are encouraged to submit all ACT, SAT, and/or placement test scores (less than 5 years old), as well as any prior college transcripts (regardless of age), to the Office of Admissions prior to Advising and Registration. The Placement Worksheet will guide you in determining your current placement in English, Reading, and Math. You are also encouraged to speak with an advisor who can review your test scores and prior college credits (if applicable) to determine the appropriate coursework for your first semester of classes and whether ACCUPLACER placement testing is recommended.
If you have not taken the ACT, SAT, ACCUPLACER, or other approved placement test within the past five (5) years, and you do not have any prior college credits, go to the Testing Center web page to schedule an appointment to take the ACCUPLACER placement test. Free preparation for the ACCUPLACER test is available through the Vol State Learning Commons, as well as on the ACCUPLACER website. If you prefer not to test, and would like to enroll in Learning Support courses (which provide academic support for the college-level courses taken at the same time), contact the Office of Advising for assistance.
The following table lists the test scores and college credits required for placement at college-level, without the need for Learning Support. Information about Learning Support is provided below the table.
Requirements for College-Level Placement
Placement of students into any course will depend on the specific course prerequisites.
Eligibility is decided using:
- Scores on the related section of the ACT
- Results from tests the College gives during registration
- High school or college courses the student has already completed
These steps help ensure students are placed in courses that match their current skills and abilities.
Review the current requirements
Learning Support Courses
If you do not meet the requirements for college-level placement, you will enroll in one or more Learning Support Reading, Writing, and/or Math courses, which provide additional academic support for the college-level courses you will take at the same time.
Review the current requirements for learning support courses
