Placement Testing

The Placement Test is used to determine how equipped a student is for enrollment in college courses. Testing is required for all STC programs.  Each program has a set of minimum scores that must be met; failure to reach those scores will result in a student being required to take additional courses called Learning Support courses. The test covers three areas: reading, writing/grammar, and mathematics/algebra. Please refer to the calendar link on the STC website for test dates and times.

Under most circumstances, STC utilizes the COMPASS Test for placement purposes.  Please refer to the following links for information and practice materials to prepare for the COMPASS Test.

What is the COMPASS Test?

Sample Test Questions

Applicants will be admitted with regular status to an associate degree program with the following scores:

Applicants will be admitted with regular status to a diploma or certificate program (with the exception of Commercial Truck Driving) with the following scores:

Applicants will be admitted with regular status to the Commercial Truck Driving program with the following scores:

General Reminders

• Bring a picture ID for entry into the testing lab
• Do NOT bring cell phones or children with you to the test
• Allow two to three hours to take test