Accuplacer Testing

Accuplacer

Colleges use Accuplacer to assess your skill levels in reading, writing, and math to determine if you’re ready to take courses that will earn you credits at that school. If you show proficiency in a subject, you won’t have to take developmental courses and can start earning credits right away that count toward a degree or certificate. You may take the test more than once, but you must wait 30 days to be tested again. There will be a $30 charge ($10 per section) for the second and subsequent test attempts.

Need Assistance?

Contact the Student Success Center

Call: (662) 329-7138
Email: ssc@muw.edu

Accuplacer Questions

What is the Accuplacer?

The Accuplacer is an untimed test of math, reading, and writing skills required to help determine your admission status into The W or placement in courses that may require a minimum ACT score. It is NOT used to determine eligibility for scholarships..

Who should take the Accuplacer?

If you have received instructions from the Admissions Office that you must take the Accuplacer, you may schedule a test date. Students who do not have ACT scores, or may have ACT scores lower than what is required for certain classes, may take the Accuplacer to help determine placement in the most supportive course.

Where do I find study materials?

Accuplacer is made by The College Board. They offer a free online study guide.

Free Study Guide

Where are my scores sent?

  • If you plan to attend The W, your test scores will be sent to the Office of Admissions where an admission determination and course placement will be made.

What is the fee for the Accuplacer?

  • If you are testing for admission to The W or course placement there is no fee.

How do I register to take the test?

To request a date, complete the online form. Dates fill up quickly, so please schedule your test early. Registration must be made by Wednesday, prior to the test date you plan to register for.

What do I need to know and do on the day of the test?

  • Bring a photo ID
  • Bring pencils
  • Come to Reneau Student Success Center at least 15 minutes before the test begins

How often can I retake the Accuplacer?

You may take the test more than once, but you must wait 30 days to be tested again. There will be a $30 charge ($10 per section) for the second and subsequent test attempts.

How do I cancel a test appointment?

If you cannot keep your scheduled test appointment, please call to cancel as soon as possible. Refunds are not issued for missed tests.