Scoring and Course Placement

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A student’s placement in a Math course at CPCC is guided by his/her placement test scores. Most often, scores on the ACCUPLACER placement test are used to determine the appropriate math course. 

The ACCUPLACER scores and corresponding placement are designated below.

Arithmetic Test (AR)

Score

Course

0-42

MAT 050

43-54

MAT 060

55-120

MAT 070

MAT 101

 

Algebra Test (EA)

All courses from MAT 080 through MAT 171 require a minimum arithmetic score of 55 in addition to the Algebra score listed below.

Score

Course

55-74

MAT 080

MAT 115

MAT 121

MAT 140

75-120

MAT 155

MAT 161

MAT 171

 

College-Level Math Test (CLM)

A student must earn at least a 55 on the Arithmetic Test and at least an 85 on the Algebra Test to be eligible to take the CLM test.

Score

Course

86-102

MAT 167

MAT 172

MAT 263

103 or higher

MAT 271

CPCC will also recognize scores on the ASSET and COMPASS placement tests. For information concerning Math course placement, please visit the CPCC Testing & Assessment Center: http://www.cpcc.edu/testing_assessment/placement-testing

If a student has taken a Mathematics AP exam, he/she must contact the Mathematics Division Director for appropriate placement.

Would you like to know more about specific classes? Click here for an interactive course flowchart.