What is placement testing?

Because we want you to have a successful experience at WWCC, we provide free placement testing to help you and your advisor identify an appropriate starting point in your educational experience. The tests cover three subject areas: math, reading and writing. The placement test is designed to match your present skill level in these three areas with the WWCC course for which you are ready.

What are the tests like?

The Math placement test consists of math problems of differing levels. The tests may be administered in either a computer-based format, or a pencil-and-paper format. Your results are immediately available upon completion of testing. Sample test

The English placement test, you are presented with a number of essays and are asked to find errors in grammar, error, punctuation, and style. Sample test

The Reading placement test involves reading several paragraphs and then answering multiple choice questions pertaining to what you just read. Sample test

HAVE YOU ALREADY COMPLETED YOUR PLACEMENT TESTS?

Once your scores are posted to your record here at WWCC you can view the results by logging in here. If you have questions related to your placement scores contact the Student Development Center at 509.527.4262 or 527.1864

Testing Flow Chart (Wherever you test in at is where you will start)
English	Math	Reading
English 101 English Composition I College-level English. Focus is on the development of structural and stylistic writing skills with concentration on expository, critical, analytical, and persuasive essay techniques.	College Level Math 100 level or above Math 107 (Practical Experience), Math 109 (PreCalculus I), Math 110 (PreCalculus II), etc., etc.	Reading 98 College Reading Skills Designed to build self-confidence in the college reader who is still having difficulty with some textbooks and who desires improvement in the areas of comprehension and speed.
English 100 Basic Expository Writing Focus is on the development of critical thinking and composition of analytic paragraphs and essays.	Math 95 Intermediate Algebra Working with algebraic expressions, solving equations and inequalities, solving systems of linear equations, an introduction to functions and graphic functions/relations.	Reading 88 Reading Improvement A course designed to help students who are competent in reading material for the general public build the academic reading skills of analyzing, organizing and summarizing information.
English 99 Writing Fundamentals III An intermediate writing course which focuses on grammar review, sentence combining, and paragraphing.	Math 65 Introductory Algebra Variables and their applications working with algebraic expressions, solving equations and an introduction to graphing linear and quadratic functions.	English 80 Reading & Writing A course designed for students who need help in developing reading and writing skills. Students learn elements of grammar, sentence structure, and basic paragraph structures as well as basic reading skills.
English 89 Writing Fundamentals II A basic writing course which focuses on key elements of grammar, sentence & paragraph structure, & specific writing tasks such as descriptions, directions,& summaries.	Math 50 Mathematics II Arithmetic review, informal geometry, measurement, signed numbers, linear equations & inequalities, polynomials, and graphing. A course designed to bridge the gap between arithmetic and algebra.	ABE / ESL Adult Basic Education / English as a Second Language
	Math 49 Mathematics I Whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages. Intro to graphs, exponents, perimeter, area, volume.
ABE / ESL Adult Basic Education / English as a Second Language	ABE Adult Basic Education

 

How do I prepare for the tests?

In order to do your best, get a good night’s sleep and eat well prior to testing. We have math review sheets available to help you refresh your math skills, although cramming is unlikely to improve your results. The most important thing is to relax, because this test does not determine your future. It is only used to help you and your advisor decide the best place for you to begin.

How do I take the placement test?

Testing is offered regularly through the year. Please see the Placement Test Schedule for testing dates and times. Please allow three hours to complete the testing process, although some students do not require this much time. You must apply for admission at least 24 hours prior to testing, and bring your student identification number (assigned by the WWCC Admissions office) with you when you sign up a half-hour before the exam begins. If you have any concerns or questions regarding the placement test, please call 527-4267. If you have any special needs or require accomodation for a disability, contact LaDessa Smelcer, Disabilities Coordinator, at 527-4262 prior to coming in for the placement test.

When Can I take the Test?

A printable version of the the Walla Walla Campus Placement Test schedule is available. If you would like Word Format, click here. If you would like Adobe Acroboat PDF format (Reader required), click here. This printable schedule is for the Walla Walla Campus Placement Tests only. Placement Testing for the Clarkston campus is on Tuesdays at 5:15pm or Thursdays at 8:15am.

What if I disagree with my results?

You may discuss this with the Coordinator of Testing to determine the appropriate action. If it is agreed that retesting is appropriate, students will be charged a $10 retest fee.

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