We may be able to waive the placement test and provide the necessary placements from the list below. If these apply to you, please fill out the
Assessment Waiver form.
- Unofficial transcripts from a college or university with a grade of C or higher
- ACT/SAT/MCA scores within the last 5 years
- ACCUPLACER scores (Math within the last 2 years and Reading/Writing within the last 5 years)
- AP classes in which the college-level assessment was passed with a 3 or higher
- IB classes in which the college-level assessment was passed with a 4 or higher
- Obtain unofficial transcript(s) College in The School classes
- High School transcripts with a GPA of 2.8 or higher within the last 10 years
Reading
Saint Paul College uses a Guided Self-Placement Assessment, where the student determines their placement level. To complete this guided self-placement assessment contact
admissions@saintpaul.edu. The College does not administer the Accuplacer for English/Reading course placement.
Math
The College uses the Math ACCUPLACER to determine math placement. There are several different mathematics assessments. Arithmetic will measure your ability to perform basic arithmetic problems, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percent's. You’ll also solve problems that involve fundamental arithmetic concepts, including rate, measurement, and simple geometry. Elementary Algebra includes questions on operations with integers and rational numbers, operations with algebraic expressions, and solution of equations, inequalities, and word problems. College Level Mathematics is only given to those scoring high on the Elementary Algebra assessment and assesses skills in intermediate algebra through pre-calculus.
Other Assessments
You may take additional assessments if your chosen program requires them. A test of spatial skills is given for many of the Trade programs, and a keyboarding assessment is given for many of the Business programs. Ask at the One Stop to find out what additional assessments may be needed.