Place into Higher-Level Courses with a Placement Exam
Additional placement exams are available for select HCC Courses.
Placement exams are available for BIOL 99, CHEM 99, and various language exams [see below]. Pre-requisites and performance details are listed below.
Cost
There is no cost to the student associated with these exams.
Credit
No credit is awarded for passing the placement exams. You take these exams for an opportunity to enroll in higher-level courses. View the list of exams that can award credit for more information.
Schedule an appointment
Appointments are required and can be scheduled online. A photo ID is required.
Placement Exams Offered through the Testing Center
Additional language placement exams may be available through the academic departments.
| Course | Exam Format | Time Limit | Percent Needed to Pass |
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BIOL 99 Biology for Health Careers Resources Permitted: Scientific Calculator *provided by Testing Staff |
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Untimed | 70% |
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CHEM 99 Preparatory College Chemistry Pre-Requisites: Completion of Math 095 or Math 097 with a C or better -OR- Placement at Math 089 / Math 131, Math 141. AND Placement at English 101 or concurrent enrollment in English 099/101. Resources Permitted: Scientific Calculator and Periodic Table *provided by Testing Staff |
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Untimed | 55% |
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Pre-Requisites: Placement at English 101 or concurrent enrollment in English 099/101. Resources Permitted: N/A |
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Untimed |
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Pre-Requisites: Placement at English 101 or concurrent enrollment in English 099/101. Resources Permitted: N/A |
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Untimed |
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Pre-Requisites: N/A Resources Permitted: N/A |
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Untimed |
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Pre-Requisites: N/A Resources Permitted: N/A
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Untimed |
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