Are placement tests required?

You may be required to participate in the placement process prior to enrolling in classes under the following circumstances:

• If you are degree- or certificate-seeking, you will be required to take the placement test, with the exception of a few vocational certificate programs that do not require math and/or English.
• If you wish to enroll in a math or English course at JCCC, regardless of whether you plan to seek a degree or certificate, you must take the placement test.
  
  Please check your Personal Admission Plan for any required tests.

Substitutions for the Placement Tests

• If you have successfully completed college courses equivalent to our math and English courses, you may not need to take a placement test.
• Qualifying ACT may exempt you from taking a placement test.
  
  Please check your Personal Admission Plan for any required tests.

COMPASS and ASSET Placement Tests

Preparing for the COMPASS and ASSET Tests - information regarding the tests and study guides.