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Placement Tests

ACT/SAT or COMPASS

ACT, SAT, and COMPASS (Placement) Test scores are used to ensure that you register for courses appropriate to your skill level. Determine which, if any, tests you may need to take below:

  • No ACT / SAT score
    COMPASS (Math, English, and Reading) tests required.

  • ACT / SAT composite score below 20 / 911
    COMPASS Reading Test required.

  • ACT / SAT composite score below 19 / 910
    COMPASS English Test encouraged, but not required.

  • ACT / SAT math sub score below 23 / 540
    COMPASS Math Test encouraged, but not required.

COMPASS Tests can be taken at New Student Registration & Family Orientation or by contacting the Student Success Center at 307.754.6135 to make an appointment for testing.

Contact

Brad Hammond
Registrar and Admissions Director

Location: Orendorff Building
Office: ORB102C
Phone: 307.754.6400

Important

Placement for transfer students is determined by the classes you transfer to Northwest. In some cases, COMPASS Tests may still be required.

Students requiring special testing accommodations should contact the Student Success Center at 307.754.6135, or toll free, 800.560.4692.