Orientation Course Placement Questions

What is the math and/or English placement test?

The math and English placement tests are, in some situations, used for initial placement into Math or English courses. Most students will place into math and English courses with existing academic information including ACT, SAT, MCA, or high school GPA. Students who would like to take a math course which is higher than the their current math placement may be encouraged by an academic advisor to take this assessment. 

Do I need to take the math and/or English placement test?

The need for a placement test is different for each individual student and is different for each major. Please visit the Course Placement Policies page to learn more.

What if I need testing accomodations for the math and/or English placement test?

Students needing testing accommodations are encouraged to contact the Minnesota State Mankato Office of Accessibility Resources at 507-389-2825 as soon as possible to establish an academic accommodation plan. Testing accommodations are available only to students with documented disabilities. Students with disabilities must provide current documentation of their disability and meet with the Director of Accessibility Resources in order to develop their accommodation plan.

This plan must be in place prior to orientation if test accommodations are being requested for the assessment.

What should I expect when taking the placement test?

The test is an untimed, multiple choice exam. Personal calculators are not permitted. Sample problems can be found by visiting the Free Accuplacer Practice Resources webpage. 

Course placement exams are offered through the Orientation and Family Programs office. If you have questions, please connect via phone at 507-389-5498 or by email at courseplacement@mnsu.edu.