Placement Testing Information



Information for Student-Athletes Planning to Take the ACCUPLACER Placement Test

The most important aspect about the placement test is that the placement test is not just another step to take in the process of attending HCC and playing a sport. It is not just another form to fill out - this test determines which classes you are able to take which may ultimately have athletic eligibility implications. Student-athletes should take the test seriously and brush up on their math and English before testing.
Other points to consider:
  • Do you have SAT or ACT scores that would exempt you from taking one or more ACCUPLACER tests? A score of 550 on the Math or Reading SAT, or 21 on the Math, English, or Reading ACT will exempt you from taking those particular placement tests.*
  • All students are given an opportunity to take an initial test and a retest in a 2-year period. The best score is used for placement, so there is no risk in retesting.
  • It is very important for you to do your very best on your first placement test attempt. This is to ensure all retest options are available to you, as scores below a certain level may result in limited retest options. This stresses the importance of doing your best on your first attempt, and not using the first attempt just to see where you place.
  • More information about placement testing as well as practice questions and answers can be found on the HCC Test Center website at www.howardcc.edu/testcenter
  • Another great resource is the free web-based ACCUPLACER study app. For more information, visit the College Board site by clicking here: https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/students/prepare-for-accuplacer
  • If you have any further questions about placement testing please contact the test center by phone at 443-518-1280, or via email at testcenter@howardcc.edu
  • Another great resource is the free web-based ACCUPLACER study app. For more information, visit the College Board site by clicking here:https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/students/prepare-for-accuplacer?
*Students trying to place into math courses beyond Precalculus will still need to take the placement tests, regardless of SAT or ACT scores.
 

TestCenter Placement Office

Summer Hours
Monday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm