Who needs to be assessed?
All students new to LLCC must be assessed unless they meet one of the following conditions:
- Hold a degree at the bachelor's level or above;
- Have achieved grades of a C or better in a college-level English course (EGL 101 , its equivalent, or above) and a college-level mathematics course (MAT 104, its equivalent, or above) from any accredited college or university; or
- Have earned an SAT score of 480 or better in the writing/reading and 530 or better in math sections and/or have an ACT score of 18 or better in English, ACT score of 22 or better in mathematics.
The grade point averages listed below are required for entrance into select English and mathematics courses.
- EGL 101: 2.7 GPA
- EGL 100/101: 1.90-2.699 GPA
- MAT 104, 113, 141, 251: 3.2 GPA
English placement testing facts
The information below is for those who choose to complete ACCUPLACER testing for entrance into an English course.
- There are two possible components to the test: reading and Write Placer Plus (essay)
- A student can expect to spend an average of 45 minutes on each portion of the test.
- Placement testing is offered at the Springfield campus as well as the Outreach Centers in Beardstown, Jacksonville, Litchfield and Taylorville.
- All testers ARE REQUIRED to present valid identification, such as a state drivers license, that contains a current picture.
- There is no charge to students for this service.
- LLCC utilizes computer-based testing, so your scores are available immediately upon completion of the tests.
- You may not use a dictionary on the assessment.
How can I prepare for the ACCUPLACER placement test?
You are strongly encouraged to do some preparation before taking the placement test. The following links have study guides or materials that may be helpful in your preparation.
Math placement testing facts
The information below is for those who choose to complete ALEKS testing for entrance into a math course.
- There are 25 questions.
- A student can expect to spend an average 60- 90 minutes; however, students have a 3-hour time limit.
- Placement testing is offered at the Springfield campus as well as the Outreach Centers in Beardstown, Jacksonville, Litchfield, and Taylorville.
- All testers ARE REQUIRED to present valid identification, such as a state driver’s license, which has a current picture.
- There is no charge to students for this service.
- LLCC utilizes computer-based testing, so your scores are available immediately upon completion of the tests.
- You may not use a handheld calculator on the ALEKS assessment. ALEKS will provide an on-screen calculator if you need one to complete a particular problem.
How can I prepare for the ALEKS placement test?
You are strongly encouraged to do some preparation before taking the placement test. The following links have study guides or materials that may be helpful in your preparation.
Khan Academy - Videos for Math Preparation
Understanding your ALEKS results
Your placement results include a number between 0 to 100. The number represents the percentage of topics ALEKS has identified you have mastered:
- Score 0-13: Math 081 and 082
- Score 14-29: Math 087 and 088
- Score 30-45: Math 093 and 094
- Score 46-100: Math 104, 105, 113, 141 and 251
- Score 61-100: Math 120, 130 and 140
- Score 76-100: Math 131
You will receive your score immediately upon completion of your placement assessment. Your ALEKS score can be viewed by re-entering ALEKS using the same access link for which you took the placement assessment.
View the Math Multiple Measure Cut Score Chart.
View the ALEKS Student Reference Guide online.