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COMPASS Assessment

  • Incoming students must take the COMPASS placement test unless they have ACT scores of 19 in reading, writing and math or SAT scores of 460 in reading, writing, and math, or college credit that substitutes this requirement. If you are eligible, please fill out the COMPASS waiver form.
  • As a service to students there is no fee charged.
  • COMPASS test results places you in the reading, writing and math courses that will provide greater success in your future course work.
  • The test is not timed, but on average it takes about 1 ½ to 2 hours to complete all three sections.   
  • Everything you need to complete the test will be furnished.
  • You must present a current photo ID to take the test.
  • If you have any special needs, contact Disabilities Services at (812) 812-330-6046

Testing is available throughout the semester in the Testing Center, Room  C234.
 
It is highly recommended that all students spend time brushing up on their reading, writing and mathematics skills.

Review the sample practice test to prepare for the COMPASS test.
Listed below are items to brush up on for reading, writing and mathematics and websites that may be helpful to you.

Reading

Main ideas, general versus specific ideas
Implied ideas, vocabulary in context
Topic sentences
Brush up on reading at: http://www.cerritos.edu/reading/tutorials.htm

Mathematics
Pre-Algebra: Fractions, Percentages, Decimals, Averages, Ratio & Proportion
Algebra: Exponents, Factoring, Graphing, Polynomials, Linear Equation
Brush up on Mathematics at: http://www.aaamath.com/ and http://www.mathpower.com/

Writing
Grammar and punctuation, use of periods, commas, semi-colons, etc.
Verb tense and usage
Vocabulary usage including repetition
Brush up on Writing at: http://webster.commnet.edu/grammar/ and http://www.chompchomp.com/

Test Taking Tips
1. Relax
2. Get plenty of rest before hand
3. Eat a good meal prior to testing
4. Have a positive attitude
5. Take your time. COMPASS is not timed
6. Read each question carefully
7. Don't leave any blank answers
8. Relax

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