Most programs offered at ACC require students to take all or part of a series of placement tests. The purpose of this testing is to determine the level at which you begin your college coursework.

Follow the process and find helpful links below to start your studies at the right level.

Helpful test preparation links

• How to Prepare for Testing
• Sample assessment test questions 
• http://www.austincc.edu/mthdept5/Revtests/indexr.htm:  final exam test reviews for MATD and Math Courses
• Department of Mathematics' prerequisite review sheets
• Taking the TSI Writing Test: a tutorial on basic essay writing
• Continuing Education offers Assessment Testing Preparation courses
• ACC's Learning Labs provide Assessment-specific tutoring services

The Assessment process

Scheduling your assessment

1. Submit your college application before scheduling any testing appointments.
2. Visit the campus Student Services Office to see if you need to take any placement tests. Obtain a test referral form, if needed. See placement testing exemptions.
3. Pay any fees online at ACC's Marketplace and get an order number, or pay fees at an ACC Cashier Office and get a receipt number. See testing fees.
4. Contact the Assessment Center to schedule your appointment. Testing schedule.

Taking your assessment

5. Check in at the Assessment Center at least 15 minutes before test time.
6. Present a state or government issued photo ID and your receipt. Also bring your Social Security number, and assessment fee waiver if applicable.
7. Take the test. Allow 5 hours for the full test, reading, writing including an essay, and math.
8. Receive your test results at the conclusion of the test.
9. Meet with an advisor to determine appropriate courses.

More Assessment information

• Placement testing exemptions & minimum scores
• Texas Success Initiative
• English as a Second Language Testing
• How to Request Official Scores:
  • If you have signed up for any classes at ACC, you must obtain an official copy of your scores by requesting a transcript.
  • If you have not signed up for any ACC classes, you may obtain an official copy of your scores by submitting an Official Score Report Request and Release Form.

Students with Disabilities

If you have a documented disability and you need test accommodations, please contact any campus Office for Students with Disabilities before scheduling your assessment test.