Compass Test

Why should I take the Compass Test? - To evaluate the student's educational abilities for advisement and placement in areas that are important in college - ENGLISH, READING, AND MATH.

Who must take the Compass Test? - All students who register for 12 credit hours or who enroll in a college credit mathematics or English course. Test results are valid for 5 years and can be taken twice after the beginning of the students senior year. Students who already hold college degrees, students with special testing needs or students with other special testing considerations should contact tests administrators prior to testing.

Who is exempt? - Students with the following ACT scores
ENGLISH = 20, READ = 20, MATH = 22

How many times can I test? Students may retest one time (either Asset or Compass). The highest score will be used for placement.

Where should I test? Compass test is given in Room 116, Administration Building. Monday-Friday, 8.30 a.m. or 1.00 p.m. by appointment only.

What are the costs? Students are not charged a fee to take the Compass

What should I bring? Your social security number and a calculator for the math placement.

Where do I go for additional practice? For additional practice you may use the ACT Assessment website -
Practice Test - www.actstudent.org/sampletest
Test Taking Tips - www.actstudent.org/testprep/tips

What are the tests like? Although testing is done on a computer, no computer experience is required. Directions are clearly stated, and help is available. Your test is highly individualized and tailored to your skill. There is no time limit. Most students complete the testing in about two hours. Score are available as soon as testing is complete.

For more information:
Contact the RLC Academic Counseling Center
Toll-Free (In-District) 1-800-369-5321 or 618-437-5321 ext. 1266 or 1268