Student Assessment

• Transfer Credit:
  • Students that have taken college level English courses should submit official transcripts for determination.
  • Students that have taken advanced placement (AP) or CLEP exams or have other evidence of prior learning should submit necessary information to have credit awarded.
  • Email college transcripts.

• SAT Scores:
  • Students with a 500 on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section within the last ten years are eligible for ENG101- English Composition I.
  • Email SAT scores.

• ACT Scores:
  • Students with a score of 22 or higher on the English Language Arts section within the last ten years are eligible for ENG101- English Composition I.
  • Email ACT scores.
    
    
• High School Grade Point Average (GPA):

• • Students that have graduated high school with a 2.7 GPA or higher within the last ten years are eligible for ENG 101- English Composition I.
  • Students that have graduated high school with a 2.0 to 2.69 GPA within the last ten years are eligible for ENG 109 with ENG 101- Critical Thinking/English Composition I
  • Students that have graduated high school with a 1.99 or lower within the last ten years are eligible for ENG 092- Reading, Writing and Reasoning.
  • Email high school transcripts.
  • Students who graduated within the last ten years and wish to have a review of their placement based on their high school GPA should schedule a "Double Check" appointment by completing the English Double Check form.
    
    
• HiSet or GED Scores:
  • Students that have taken the GED with a 165 or above within the last ten years are eligible for ENG101- English Composition I.
  • Students that have taken the HiSet with a score of 15 or above within the last ten years are eligible for ENG101- English Composition I.
  • Students with HiSet and GED as their sole measure for placement must place into math using guided self-placement.
  • Email HiSet and GED scores.

If a student does not meet any of the criteria above, incoming students will use guided self-placement.

• English Guided Self-Placement:
  • Read and work through the English Guided Self-Placement document found here.  At the end of your evaluation you will determine your English Course Placement.
  • English Guided Self-Placement Form - use this form to submit your English Course Placement so it can be recorded. Save a copy for yourself.
  • Students that need help determining their placement after reviewing Guided Self Placement can request a "Double Check" appointment by completing the English Double Check form.
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    Please make sure that you have completed the English Guided Self-Placement document before submitting this form.
    
    Students graduating from U.S. high schools within the last 10 years must submit a high school transcript before submitting this form to transcripts@middlesex.edu
    
    Students that graduated outside of the United States or more than 10 years ago should still submit their transcripts but do have the option to complete a high school graduation verification form on campus.
    

    First Name*

    Last Name*

    Preferred Name

    Student ID

    Phone Number*

    Email

    Birth Date*

    Have you submitted an Admissions application?*

    Yes

    No

    Have you completed the English Guided Self-Placement document?*

    Yes

    No

    Preferred degree/certificate/pathway*

    Please check off your course placement*

    ELL 054 ELL Reading and Writing 1

    ELL 054 ELL Reading and Writing 2

    ENG 092 Reading, Writing, Reasoning

    ENG 109 with ENG 101 Critical Thinking/English Composition I

    ENG 101 English Composition 1

    ENG 101 Honors English Composition 1/Honors

    Please provide the reasons you believe this is the best course placement for you. In your description also include which course best describes your previous experience.

    Form UUID Site Name Submit  Clear

• Transfer Credit:
  • Students that have taken college level English or math courses should submit official transcripts for determination.
  • Students that have taken advanced placement (AP) or CLEP exams or have other evidence of prior learning should submit necessary information to have credit awarded.
  • Email college transcripts.

• SAT Scores:
  • Students with a600 on the math section in the last three years are eligible to take MAT 290-Calculus I. Please request CollegeBoard to have your scores sent.
  • Students with a 550 on the math section in the last three years are eligible to take MAT 195- Precalculus for Engineering and Science.
    Please request CollegeBoard to have your scores sent.
  • Email SAT scores.

• ACT Scores:
  • Students with a score of 22 or higher on the math section within the last three years are eligible for college level math. Students wishing to take MAT290-Calculus I may need to take the ALEKS placement assessment. Please email Placement for assistance.
  • Email ACT scores.
    
    
• High School Grade Point Average (GPA):
  • Students that have graduated high school with a 2.7 GPA or higher within the lastthree years are eligible for most entry-level college math up to MAT195- Precalculus & Trigonometry for Engineering and Science.
    • Students meeting the GPA criteria will be eligible for MAT 196 – Accelerated Precalculus & Trigonometry for Engineering and Science if they have passed Algebra 2 with a grade of B+ or better.
    • Students meeting the GPA criteria will be eligible for MAT290-Calculus I if they have passed Trigonometry and Precalculus or equivalent with a grade of B or better.
  • Students wishing to take MAT 290-Calculus I that do not meet the required high school prerequisite math courses may need to take the ALEKS placement assessment.
  • Email high school transcripts.

If a student does not meet any of the criteria above, incoming students will use ALEKS or guided self-placement.

• Students enrolling for Spring 2025 should use the ALEKS assessment for math placement. Please email Placement for more information.
  
  
• Mathematics Guided Self-Placement
  
  • Read and work through the Math Guided Self-Placement document found here. At the end of your evaluation you will determine your Math Course Placement.
  • Math Guided Self-Placement Form - use this form to submit your Math Course Placement so it can be recorded. Save a copy for yourself.
  • If you are unsure of your math guided self-placement level, email ACE to schedule a Make the Right Choice appointment. This one-on-one Zoom appointment is designed to help you make an informed decision that will place you in the math course that is right for you
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    Please make sure that you have completed the Math Guided Self-Placement document before submitting this form.

    First Name*

    Last Name*

    Preferred Name

    Student ID

    Phone Number*

    Email

    Birthday

    Have you submitted an Admissions application?*

    Yes

    No

    Have you completed the Math Guided Self-Placement document?*

    Yes

    No

    Preferred degree/certificate/pathway*

    Please check off your course placement*

    MAT 001 Preparation for College Math (Begin at Module 1)

    MAT 001 Preparation for College Math (Begin at Module 5)

    MAT 001 Preparation for College Math (Begin at Module 70/80)

    MAT 007 with MAT 120 Skills Development/Math for Liberal Arts

    MAT 007 with MAT 177 Skills Development/Statistics

    MAT 008 with MAT 195 Skill Development/Precalculus for Engineering and Science

    MAT 120 Math for Liberal Arts

    MAT 130/131 Elements of Math 1/Elements of Math 2

    MAT 165 Trigonometry for Engineering and Science

    MAT 177 Statistics

    MAT 182 Precalculus for Business and Social Science

    MAT 195 Precalculus for Engineering and Science

    How many problems in the Math Guided Self-Placement document did you answer correctly for the Math course indicated above?"*

    Please provide the reasons you believe this is the best course placement for you.*

    Form UUID Site Name Submit  Clear

An exam used at MCC only to improve math placement.

Math Accuplacer exams are only offered for:

1. Students wishing to place into MAT 290: Calculus I and do not meet multiple measure criteria.

2. MCC students that have already taken math courses at MCC and want to improve their placement.

New students should place into math courses using multiple measures or guided self-placement.

If you need to take the Accuplacer to improve your math placement or demonstrate MAT 290 eligibility follow the steps to register for an exam.

1. Prepare for the exam

• It is recommended that students study before taking the exam. 

2. Schedule the exam

• Email placement for an appointment.

• Accuplacer exam appointments can be made one week in advance.

• Appointments are for a 2-hour window. If you require additional time to complete the exam, you may need to schedule an additional appointment.

3. Sit for the exam

• Arrive on time to scheduled test site.
• Bring a photo ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.).
• No electronics permitted (including calculators), cell phones may be left with proctors.

4. Receive your scores

1. Scores are returned immediately.
2. The ACCUPLACER may be taken again if needed. You are limited to 3 attempts per semester (excluding sum

TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills)
TEAS tests are currently being offered in-person on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses to MCC applicants only. Registration must be completed with ATI. Students should review the nursing admission requirements before registering for the exam to ensure their scores will be accepted by the college..

Students that require accommodations must make arrangements with Student Access and Support Services before you register for your exam by contacting StudentAccess@middlesex.edu. Students that do not make arrangements in advance may need to reschedule to receive their accommodations.

Please see registration information below. For questions, email placement.

The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is an exam designed to assess the academic skills and knowledge of individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in healthcare. The exam covers four main subjects: reading, math, science, and English language usage.

The reading section focuses on comprehension and analysis of written material, while the math section covers basic math concepts and problem-solving skills. The science section covers general science topics, including anatomy and physiology, biology, and chemistry. Finally, the English language usage section covers grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure.
You can register for a TEAS exam at  https://www.atitesting.com/teas/register 

If you have problems registering for an exam, please email placement.

If you have any questions about the TEAS requirements, please check out TEAS FAQs. 

TEAS TUTORING:
TEAS tutoring is available at ACE. You can select one of the following options.

Option 2 – Request an Appointment with a Peer Tutor

Option 3 – Walk-In Tutoring through the Virtual Ask Me Booth (Wednesdays, 2:30-4:30 pm)

Please email ACE or call 781-280-3591 if you have any questions about tutoring.

TEAS Study Guides

The Library has multiple copies of the TEAS study guide available at the Lowell and Bedford campuses.

Please email MCC Libraries or call 781-280-3708 or 978-656-3004 if you have any questions about study guides.

Exam proctoring for extended time and make-up exams for MCC courses.

MCC does not currently offer proctor services for outside exams. Student Assessment does provide proctored exam services for students with accommodations or students needing to make up a course exam.

Testing Process for Students with Approved Accommodations

The Student Assessment staff will coordinate and proctor in-person accommodated exams.

Student Assessment is located at:

• Bedford - Enrollment Center, Building 9, Student Assessment, Room 114
• Lowell - Cowan Center, Student Assessment, Room 205

Students are required to give a minimum of one week’s notice to Student Assessment about an upcoming in-person exam by requesting to book through Accommodate Test Booking. Students must complete the Semester Accommodation Request process with Student Access and Support Services before they will be able to register for exams.

One week before each exam:

• Student checks the available test times in Accommodate.
• Student notifies their instructor(s) each time they intend to use their test-taking accommodations and communicates with their instructor(s) regarding the time of the exam.
• Student requests a testing slot through Accommodate and checks for confirmation prior to the test.

On exam day:

• Student arrives at Student Assessment in time for the scheduled start of the exam. Arriving late could prevent entry into the testing room.
• When the student enters EC-114 or LC-205, the Student Assessment staff member will request that the student provide a photo ID and the student will be directed to a location to leave ALL bags, electronics, books, notebooks, coats, etc. during the exam.
• Students are not allowed to bring anything into the testing room without prior approval (e.g., headphones, phones, calculators, laptops, etc.).
• The Student Assessment staff member will proctor the student throughout the exam, following the testing accommodations and the instructor’s instructions per the testing form.
• Student Assessment staff returns the completed exam to the instructor.

If, during the exam, it is determined that the student is cheating, the staff member proctoring the exam will stop the exam immediately, take the exam from the student or stop computer entry and report the incident to the instructor immediately. It is up to the instructor to determine the consequences for the cheating offense (e.g., fail the exam, retake, etc.).

Testing Process for Make Up Exams:
Students can take course exams with approval from their instructor if an exam is missed.The Student Assessment staff can coordinate and proctor these exams. Students needing to make up a course exam can schedule an appointment by emailing Student Assessment.

The Testing Centers are located at:

Bedford, Enrollment Center, Building 9, Student Assessment, Room 114

Lowell, Cowan Center, 2nd floor, Student Assessment, Room 205

Students needing to make up an exam must contact their instructor for assistance. If the instructor approves the use of the testing center, students should contact the office by email. Students must provide the Proctored Test Exam form to their instructors with exam instructions. Students should only provide this form is they do not receive accommodations for testing.

Email placement: (Please specify the campus.)

Lowell: (978) 656-3016

Bedford: (781) 280-3735

If you schedule by phone, please leave a message. Student Assessment staff cannot answer phone calls while exams are in progress.

 Prerequisite exam for BIO 231 Anatomy and Physiology