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 Accuplacer Test for placement purposes. Please refer to the following links for information and practice materials to prepare for the Accuplacer Test.
Accuplacer Reading Preparation
Video 1
Video 2
Accuplacer Sentence Skills Preparation
Video 1
Video 2 (Part 1)
Video 3 (Part 2)
Accuplacer Arithmetic Preparation
Video 1
Video 2
Accuplacer Elementary Algebra Preparation
Video 1 (Part 1)
Video 2 (Part 2)
Video 3 (Part 3)
Applicants will be admitted with regular status to an associate degree program with the following scores:
Test | Reading | Writing | Numerical | Algebra |
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NEXT GENERATION ACCUPLACER | 236 | 249 | 245 | |
CLASSIC ACCUPLACER | 64 | 70 | 57 | |
ASSET | 41 | 40 | 42 | |
ASSET | 41 | 40 | 42 | |
COMPASS | 79 | 62 | 37 | |
SAT* | 17 | 17 | 21 | |
PSAT (after March 2016) | 17 | 17 | 21 | |
ACT | 16 | 14 | 17 | |
GA Milestones ELA | 525 | 525 | ||
GED (2014 and after) | 145 | 145 | ||
HOPE GPA (after 10th grade) | 2.6 |
If an applicant has earned an AAS/AA/AS or higher, they are eligible for degree level courses.
Applicants will be admitted with regular status to a diploma or certificate program (with the exception of Commercial Truck Driving) with the following scores:
Test | Reading | Writing | Numerical | Algebra |
---|---|---|---|---|
NEXT GENERATION ACCUPLACER | 224 | 236 | 229 | |
CLASSIC ACCUPLACER | 55 | 60 | 34 | |
ASSET | 38 | 37 | 32 | |
COMPASS | 70 | 32 | 26 | |
SAT* | 16 | 15 | 18 | |
ACT | 14 | 13 | 14 | |
PSAT (after March 2016) | 16 | 15 | 18 | |
GAHSGT | 235 | 235 | ||
GA Milestones ELA | 525 | 525 | ||
GED (2014 and after) | 145 | 145 | ||
HOPE GPA (after 10th grade) | 2.6 |
If an applicant has earned an AAS/AA/AS or higher, they are eligible for diploma level courses.
The following programs are Entry Level Workforce Certificates.
Administrative Support Assistant, Advanced Shielded Metal Arc Welder, Air Conditioning Technician Assistant, Auto Chassis Technician Specialist, Auto Climate Control Technician, Auto Electrical/Electronic Systems Tech, Auto Engine Performance Tech, Auto Engine Repair Tech, Auto Transmission/Transaxle Technician Specialist, Basic Shielded Metal Arc Welder, Commercial Truck Driving, Commercial Wiring, Diesel Engine Service Technician, Diesel Truck Maintenance Technician, Diesel Electrical/Electronic System Technician, Early Childhood Care and Education Basics, Early Childhood Program Administration, Gas Metal Arc Welder, Gas Tungsten Arc Welder, Human Resource Management Specialist, Introduction to Criminal Justice, Microsoft Excel Application Professional, Microsoft Office Applications Professional, Microsoft Word Application Professional, Shampoo Tech, and Wildlife Management Assistant
Applicants will be admitted to these programs if they have met regular diploma or certificate level score requirements or have met the requirements listed below:
Test | Reading | Writing | Numerical | Algebra |
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NEXT GENERATION ACCUPLACER | 218 | 222 | 223 | |
CLASSIC ACCUPLACER | 36 | 30 | 23 | |
ASSET | 29 | 32 | 29 | |
COMPASS | 46 | 15 | 17 | |
High School GPA | 2.0 | |||
TABE 9-10 (Levels M, D, or A) | 461 | 442 | ||
TABE 11-12 (Levels M & D) | 501 | 496 | ||
TABE 11-12 (Level A) | 536 | 537 | ||
Experienced Worker | Must show 2 years of successful work experience in same field |
*The SAT was redesigned on March 1, 2016. The scores in the table above reflect scores from SATs taken after that date. For SAT scores before that date, a SAT Math score of 380 or higher for degree programs and 310 or higher for diploma programs exempts placement testing. For SAT Critical Reading scores before March 1, 2016, a score of 290 for degree programs and 270 for diploma programs exempts placement testing.
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It is our intention to open again on Monday, October 7, but that is contingent on multiple circumstances. We will make updates on our College social media accounts, the STC website, & via email as we know more.
The College will be UNABLE to distribute Pell checks this week. We are working diligently to resume normal operations as soon as possible. It is our hope to distribute these funds the week of October 7. We apologize for any inconvenience & appreciate your understanding during this difficult time.