Students who take a course in the math sequence (Math 702, 1021, 1022, 1041/1941) are bound by their performance in the course for future course eligibility (rather than performance on previous or future placement assessment). Once a student completes a course in the math sequence, the student may not use their placement assessment results as a pre-requisite for entry into a higher-level course. Similarly, students cannot request an assessment after completing a course in the math sequence to place into a higher course.
Math Placement Assessment (150 Minutes, Timed)
The Math Placement Assessment is delivered online using ALEKS, a web-based learning platform. ALEKS assesses the student´s current course knowledge by asking you a number of questions (usually 20-30). ALEKS chooses questions based on your answers to all previous questions. Therefore, each set of assessment questions is unique. It is impossible to predict the questions that will be asked. Some questions may require the use of a calculator, which is provided onscreen by ALEKS.
ALEKS covers topics ranging from algebra to calculus. Review Math Placement Assessment Practice Questions.
Note: You will know if you have completed the assessment when you see the colorful pie chart with a placement score on your screen. If you do not see the pie chart and placement score at the end of the 150 minutes, you may not have answered enough questions for ALEKS to determine your course placement. Please go back to ALEKS through your TUportal and complete the assessment again until you are presented with the colorful pie chart and placement score.
Proctoring
Students are required to take the ALEKS Math Placement Assessment in a proctored setting. You are still able to take the assessments online and at home but will be proctored virtually. Students will receive information regarding the process in their Next Steps.
Students must enter the proctor password to start the assessment:
The password is: OWLS25
Students seeking alternative options for taking the assessment should contact the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment as soon as possible at [click-for-email].