Placement Tests

The purpose of Placement Testing is to determine accurate course placement based on a student's skills, abilities, and language needs in reading, writing, and mathematics. There are different kinds of placement tests for different purposes. Each type has specific testing criteria. Placement tests are Not Pass or Fail but are instead designed to place a student into the most appropriate course that matches their current skill level in that area.

ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP)

The Broward College ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) is a multiple-choice format (except for WritePlacer ESL essay). Students taking this test are placed into classes according to their skill level. There's no time limit (except for WritePlacer ESL essay). Questions are presented based on individual's skill level. The response to each question drives the difficulty level of the next question. It's important to give each question as much thought as possible before selecting an answer. The ESL Reading Skills, ESL Language Use, ESL Listening, ESL Sentence Meaning, and NG QAS (Qualitative, Reasoning, and Statistics) math subtests of the ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) are adaptive. This means that the questions are chosen for you on the basis of your answers to previous questions. This technique selects just the right questions for your ability level. Because the test works this way, you must answer every question in the order it is given. You can change your answer to a particular question before moving on to the next question, but you cannot leave a question out or come back to it later to change your answer. If you do not know the answer to a question, try to eliminate one or more of the choices. Then pick from the remaining choices.

Visit the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) Students section on the Placement Method Tables and Flowcharts webpage for more information. 

Visit the Testing Fees webpage for current fees. 

ACCUPLACER ESL Table
Subtests 
  • ESL Reading Skills
  • ESL Listening
  • WritePlacer ESL
  • ESL Language Use (only used for college ready placement)
  • ESL Sentence Meaning (not used for placement at this time)
  • NG QAS (Qualitative, Reasoning, and Statistics)
    • The QAS subtest is administered if a student scores at the EAP0420C or EAP1520C level on the ESL Reading Skills subtest. 

Note: BC administers an ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) test sequence specifically designed for BC students. It may differ from the ACCUPLACER ESL version required by another institution. Check with your institution about the specific ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) test sequence they require. BC will only administer an ACCUPLACER ESL for a student from another institution if that institution issues an ACCUPLACER voucher through the Remote Network. 
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • ESL Reading Skills = 20
  • ESL Listening = 20
  • WritePlacer ESL = 1 essay
    • Students will be given a random writing prompt which requires students to type a response of 300-600 words. The writing sample is graded by a faculty reader.
  • ESL Language Use = 20
  • ESL Sentence Meaning = 20
  • NG QAS = 20
Time Limit
  • ESL Reading Skills, ESL Listening, ESL Language Use, ESL Sentence Meaning, and NG QAS are untimed
  • WritePlacer ESL is timed at 60 minutes
Cost
Retesting Policy Tests and sections covered by this policy: 
  • ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP)
    • WritePlacer ESL 
    • ESL Reading Skills
    • ESL Listening
    • ESL Language Use
    • ESL Sentence Meaning
Students are entitled to **retest no more than one (1) time provided it is within 12 months of the initial test date.
  • Students must wait a minimum of 1 day to retest after their initial attempt.
  • Time restarts for LOEP testing eligibility one year after the initial test date, not the retest date.
  • A retest fee is charged for all retest attempts after the initial test attempt. 
  • Under certain circumstances, students may be eligible for additional retesting within a 12-month period with a recommendation from an Associate Dean of EAP.

Students with LOEP placement test scores that are more than two (2) years old and who have never registered for classes are required to retest.

Refer to the ACCUPLACER Next Generation tab Retest Policy for NG QAS testing policy. 

Please note:

The ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) test administered at BC may differ from the LOEP test offered at other institutions.

*Retest may include all subtest areas (ESL Listening, ESL Reading Skills, ESL Language Use, ESL Sentence Meaning, and WritePlacer ESL), any combination of subtests, or an individual subtest based on a student's need to take a subtest for a higher score or subtests with expired scores.

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Center Options:

*Remote   Central   North   South

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = EAP Student
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements

*Remote testing is available on a case-by-case basis. Proctoring is done by Examity. We strongly recommend EAP students to test on-campus 

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email studentaccessibility@broward.edu well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

Due to the need for video review of each remote testing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.  

ACCUPLACER Next Generation

The ACCUPLACER Next Generation (NG) is a state-approved common placement test. The purpose of the ACCUPLACER NG is to determine accurate course placement based on the student's skills and abilities. ACCUPLACER NG is an integrated system of computer-adaptive assessments designed to evaluate student's' skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. This means that the questions are chosen for you based on your answers to previous questions. This technique selects just the right questions for your ability level. Because the test works this way, you must answer every question in the order it is given. You can change your answer to a particular question before moving on to the next question, but you cannot leave a question out or come back to it later to change your answer. If you do not know the answer to a question, try to eliminate one or more of the choices. Then pick from the remaining choices.

Visit the Exempt and Non-Exempt Students section on the Placement Method Tables and Flowcharts webpage for more information.

Visit the following webpages:

Visit the Testing Fees webpage for current fees.

Test Facts
Subtests
  • NG Reading
  • NG Writing
  • NG QAS (Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra, and Statistics)
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • NG Reading = 20
  • NG Writing = 25
  • NG QAS = 20
Time Limit
  • ACCUPLACER Next Generation is untimed but usually takes an average of 2 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld calculators cannot be used by test takers for the ACCUPLACER math tests unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources.
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
    • Other questions may have multiple calculator options
Retesting Policy

Students can *retest according to the following policy:

  • First retest after 24 hours
  • All other retests must wait 30 days between each retest attempt

* Retest may include all subtest areas (reading, writing, math, and higher level math), any combination of subtests, or an individual subtest based on a student's need to take a subtest for a higher score or subtests with expired scores.

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores. EAP students are eligible to retest on a common placement test according to the policy above.

Retesting fee applies to all retest attempts.

The first attempt on a common placement test is free to BC students. A common placement test can be any one of the local tests available based on 6A-10.0315. Taking another test as your second attempt still constitutes a retest. Local common placement tests are ACCUPLACER NG, PERT, ACCUPLACER CPT, and ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP).

Common placement for students taking the ACCUPLACER ESL (LOEP) uses the ESL Listening, ESL Reading Skills, ESL Language Use, and WritePlacer ESL to measure the students "Reading and Writing" placement.

Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Only - Please Visit the Dual Enrollment and College Academy Common Placement Testing webpage

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Center Options:

Remote | Central | North | South

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgments
  • Add to Cart, Pay Fee, and Checkout

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email studentaccessibility@broward.edu well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator.

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09 (PDF).

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information.

Due to the need for a video review of each remote testing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.

Federal Financial Aid (Title lV) funds are available to students who are not high school graduates, provided they meet the criteria below and are enrolled in an eligible career pathway program (contains two components: an adult education component and a Title IV eligible postsecondary program component).

New to ATB Administration Policy, effective September 6, 2022

  • Retesting may occur every 14 days
  • No need to repeat subtests with a passing score
  • The "Save and Finish Later" feature can be used
Ability to Benefit (ATB)
Subtests
  • NG Reading
  • NG Writing
  • NG Arithmetic

Qualification Scores for ATB
  • NG Reading = 233
  • NG Writing = 235
  • NG Arithmetic = 230
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • Test scores are valid for ATB purposes indefinitely.
# of Questions
  • NG Reading = 20
  • NG Writing = 25
  • NG QAS = 20
Time Limit
  • ACCUPLACER Next Generation is untimed but usually takes an average of 2 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld calculators cannot be used by test takers for the ACCUPLACER math tests unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources.
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
    • Other questions may have multiple calculator options
Retesting Policy

Retesting for ATB purposes may occur every 14 days. (Remediation between test attempts is strongly recommended)

ACCUPLACER NG and HLM Palm Card

Higher Level Math (HLM)

The Higher Level Math Test (HLM) is designed for STEM Pathway students wishing to take higher level math courses but who feel they can by-pass lower level courses. Broward College uses an ACCUPLACER Next Generation subtest to place students into higher level math courses above the College Algebra level except for MAC2311 which also requires the student take the Trigonometry Bypass Exam (TBE) in addition to the HLM.

Students wishing to place into any of the courses listed below must first take the HLM Test. 

  • MAC1114 - Trigonometry
  • MAC1140 - Pre-Calculus Algebra
  • MAC1147 - Pre-Calculus Algebra & Trigonometry
  • MAC2233 - Calculus for Business, Social & Life Sciences
  • MAD2104 - Discrete Mathematics

Additional information about higher level math placement can be found on the Placement Methods webpage in the Exempt and Non-Exempt Students section.

Visit the Exempt and Non-Exempt Students section on the Placement Method Tables and Flowcharts webpage for more information on Higher Level Math Eligibility. 

Visit the Testing Fees webpage for current fees. 

Subtests 
  • NG AAF (Advanced Algebra Functions)
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • NG AAF = 20 
Time Limit
  • HLM is untimed but usually takes an average of 1.5 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld calculators cannot be used by test takers for the ACCUPLACER math tests unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources. 
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear in the top right-hand corner of the screen.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
    • Other questions may have multiple calculator options
Retesting Policy

Students can retest according to the following policy:

  • First retest after 24 hours
  • All other retests must wait 30 days between each retest attempt

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores. EAP students are eligible to retest on a common placement test according to the policy above. 

Retesting fee applies to all retest attempts.

The first attempt on a common placement test is free to BC students. A common placement test can be any one of the local tests available based on 6A-10.0315. Taking another test as your second attempt still constitutes a retest. Local common placement tests are ACCUPLACER NG, PERT, and ACCUPLACER CPT.

Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Only - Please Visit the Dual Enrollment and College Academy Common Placement Testing webpage

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Center Options:

Remote   Central   North   South

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements
  • Add to Cart, Pay Fee, and Checkout

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email studentaccessibility@broward.edu well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

Due to the need for video review of each remote testing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.  

PERT

The Postsecondary Education Readiness Test (PERT) is Florida's customized common placement test. The purpose of the PERT is to determine accurate course placement based on the student's skills and abilities. The PERT is aligned with the Postsecondary Readiness Competencies identified by Florida faculty as necessary for success in entry-level college credit coursework. The PERT assesses readiness for college-level coursework in English and mathematics. The PERT is adaptive. This means that the questions are chosen for you based on your answers to previous questions. This technique selects just the right questions for your ability level. Because the test works this way, you must answer every question in the order it is given. You can change your answer to a particular question before moving on to the next question, but you cannot leave a question out or come back to it later to change your answer. If you do not know the answer to a question, try to eliminate one or more of the choices. Then pick from the remaining choices.

PERT is only available upon request.

Visit the Exempt and Non-Exempt Students section on the Placement Method Tables and Flowcharts webpage for more information.

Visit the Testing Fees webpage for current fees.

Test Facts
Subtests
  • PERT Reading
  • PERT Writing
  • PERT Math
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years from the date taken
# of Questions
  • PERT Reading = 30
  • PERT Writing = 30
  • PERT Math = 30
Time Limit
  • PERT is untimed but usually takes an average of 3 hours to complete.
Cost
Calculator
  • Handheld calculators cannot be used by test takers for the PERT Math subtest unless the specific accommodation is prescribed by Accessibility Resources.
  • If a question is configured to allow for the use of a calculator, the calculator icon will appear.
    • Some questions may have no calculator option
Retesting Policy

Students can retest* according to the following policy:

  • First retest after 24 hours
  • All other retests must wait 30 days between each retest attempt

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores. EAP students are eligible to retest on a common placement test according to the policy above.

The retesting fee applies to all retest attempts.

The first attempt at a common placement test is free to BC students. A common placement test can be any one of the local tests available based on 6A-10.0315. Taking another test as your second attempt still constitutes a retest. Local common placement tests are ACCUPLACER NG, PERT, and ACCUPLACER CPT.

Students can retest* according to the following policy:

  • First retest after 24 hours
  • All other retests must wait 30 days between each retest attempt

* Retest may include all subtest areas (reading, writing, and math), any combination of subtests, or an individual subtest based on a student's need to take a subtest for a higher score or subtests with expired scores.

PERT is not available for prospective applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Center Options:

Central | North | South

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6 - 8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information, as well as agree to all acknowledgements
  • Add to Cart, Pay Fee, and Checkout

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email studentaccessibility@broward.edu well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator.

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09 (PDF).

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information.

Trigonometry Bypass Exam (TBE)

The Trigonometry Bypass Exam (TBE) is designed to assess a students trigonometry skills in combination with the HLM test for placement into MAC2311. The TBE requires students to score high enough on the HLM test to be eligible for the TBE.

Additional information about higher level math placement can be found on the Placement Methods webpage in the Exempt and Non-Exempt Students section.

 

Visit the Testing Fees webpage for current fees.

Subtests 
  • TBE
Score Range
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • TBE = 30 
Passing Score
  • 21 or higher (70%)
Time Limit
  • 90 minutes
Calculator
  • A scientific calculator is permitted during this exam. 
    • Graphing calculators are not permitted 
Retesting Policy

Students can retest according to the following policy:

  • Only one (1) retest allowed
  • Retest after 24 hours

A retest fee applies for all retest attempts regardless of the age of previous scores.

Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Only - Please Visit the Dual Enrollment and College Academy Common Placement Testing webpage

Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

Testing and Assessment Center Options:

Remote   Central   North   South

  • Step 1 = Broward College Student
  • Step 2 = Common Placement Test
  • Step 3 = High School Graduate and Transfer Students
  • Step 4 = Choose an Exam with the appropriate test attempt
  • Step 5 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
  • Steps 6-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements
  • Add to Cart, Pay Fee, and Checkout

 

Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.

Scores from other institutions are not accepted for this exam. 

To request ADA testing accommodations, please email DISABILITY-SERVICES@broward.edu  well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

Visit the Remote Testing Support webpage for more information. 

Due to the need for video review of each remote tesing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.  

Math Department Placement Exams

Students wishing to place into Calculus and Analytical Geometry II or III (MAC2312 or MAC2313), Differential Equations (MAP2302), and Linear Algebra (MAS2103 have the option to take a paper and pencil math department exam in a Testing and Assessment Center. There are two math department placement tests:

  • MAC2312 Math Department Placement Exam
    • A passing score makes the student eligible to register for MAC2312 or MAS2103
  • MAC2313 Math Department Placement Exam
    • A passing score makes the student eligible to register for MAC2313 or MAP2302

Visit the Exempt and Non-Exempt Students section on the Placement Method Tables and Flowcharts webpage for more information on Math Department Placement Test Eligibility. 

There is no fee to take these exams.

Score Range
  • 1 - 10
Scores Valid
  • 2 years (from date taken)
# of Questions
  • 10
Time Limit
  • 75 minutes
Passing Score
  • 70% (7 out of 10 correct)
Calculator
    • TI-84 (provided by Testing Center)
      • No personal calculators are permitted
    Retesting Policy
    • Retesting is only permitted for students who passed the test but did not register within the 2-year window in which the test was completed.  Students who do not pass may not retest and must take the actual course.

    Prospective Applicants for Dual Enrollment and College Academy Only - Please Visit the Dual Enrollment and College Academy Common Placement Testing webpage

    Currently Enrolled BC Students, High School Graduates, and Transfer Students Only

    Testing and Assessment Center Options:

    Central   North   South

    • Step 1 = Broward College Student
    • Step 2 = Math Department Placement Exams
    • Step 3 = Choose the appropriate Exam 
    • Step 4 = Choose an alternate exam location at a preferred campus.
    • Steps 5-8 = Add appropriate demographic and test information as well as agree to all acknowledgements
    • Add to Cart, Pay Fee, and Checkout

    To request ADA testing accommodations, please email studentaccessibility@broward.edu well in advance of your anticipated testing date and request a virtual or phone appointment with an Accessibility Resources Coordinator. 

    Guidelines for documentation can be found in Broward College Policy 6Hx2-5.09.

    ACT, CLT, PreACT, PSAT 10, PSAT/NMSQT, and SAT Information

    The tests in this section are listed for informational purposes only. They are not available to take at a Broward College Testing and Assessment Center. 

    ACT

    The ACT is a nationally standardized test given at numerous locations across the country. However, the ACT test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the ACT.  

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Reading
    • English
    • Math
    Taking the Test

    ACT Test Webpage
    FAQ

    ACT FAQ Webpage
    Scores Valid

    2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
    Sample Score Report

    ACT Sample Score Report
    Test Preparation

    ACT Test Preparation Webpage
    Test Accommodations

    ACT Accommodations Webpage
    Notes
    • ACT Non-College Reportable scores (NCR) are not eligible for placement.

    CLT (Classic Learning Test)

    The Classic Learning Test is a standardized test and is available in various locations across the country. However, the CLT is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the CLT.  

    The CLT10, CLT8, and CLT3-6 are not applicable to demonstrate placement. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Reading and Grammar/Writing Section Score
    • Quantitative Reasoning Section Scores 
    Taking the Test

    CLT Test Webpage
    Scores Valid

    2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
    Test Preparation

    CLT Test Preparation Webpage
    Test Accommodations

    CLT Accommodations Webpage

    PreACT

    The PreACT is a nationally standardized test given at high schools across the country. However, the PreACT test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the PreACT.  

    PreACT 8/9 not applicable to demonstrate placement. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Reading
    • English
    • Math
    About the Test

    PreACT Test Webpage
    Scores Valid

    4 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
    Sample Score Report

    PreACT Sample Score Report
    Test Preparation

    ACT Test Preparation Webpage (use the ACT test preparation resources)
    Test Accommodations

    ACT Accommodations Webpage

    PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT (Including Redesigned and Digital)

    The PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT are nationally standardized tests given during high school across the country. However, the PSAT 10 and the PSAT/NMSQT are not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT.  

    PSAT 8/9 not applicable to demonstrate placement. 

    Subtests Used at BC

    *Redesigned PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMWQT

    • Reading Test Scores
    • Writing and Language Test Scores
    • Math Test Scores

    **Digital PSAT 10 and PSAT/NMSQT

    • Reading and Writing Section Score
    • Math Section Scores

    *Only 2-digit test scores used for placement.

    **Only 3-digit section scores are used for placement. 
    About the Test

    PSAT 10 Webpage

    PSAT/NMSQT Webpage
    Scores Valid

    4 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
    Sample Score Report

    PSAT 10 Sample Score Report

    PSAT/NMSQT Sample Score Report
    Test Preparation

    PSAT 10 Test Preparation Webpage

    PSAT/NMSQT Test Preparation Webpage
    Test Accommodations

    PSAT 10 Accommodations Webpage

    PSAT/NMSQT Accommodations Webpage

    SAT (Including Redesigned and Digital)

    The SAT is a nationally standardized test given at numerous locations across the country. However, the SAT test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the SAT.  

    Subtests Used at BC

     

    *Redesigned SAT

    • Reading Test Scores
    • Writing and Language Test Scores
    • Math Test Scores

    **Digital SAT

    • Reading and Writing Section Score
    • Math Section Scores

    *Only 2-digit test scores used for placement.

    **Only 3-digit section scores are used for placement. 
    Taking the Test

    SAT Test Webpage
    FAQ

    SAT FAQ Webpage
    Scores Valid

    2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports webpage for more details.
    Sample Score Report

    SAT Sample Score Report
    Test Preparation

    SAT Test Preparation Webpage
    Test Accommodations

    SAT Accommodations Webpage
    Notes
    • SAT SAA (state-allowed accommodation) are not eligible for placement.

    GED 2014, HiSET, and TASC

    The tests in this section are listed for informational purposes only. The HiSET is not available to take at a Broward College Testing and Assessment Center.

    The GED is available to take at the Pearson VUE Testing Center at the Central Campus Testing and Assessment Center.  

    GED 2014

    The GED 2014 is a General Education Diploma product produced by GED Testing Service. It is one of several general education diplomas available in the United States for individuals that did not finish high school to obtain a high school equivalency diploma. However, the GED 2014 test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below if for students with questions about the GED 2014.

    Subtests

    Used for Placement:

    • Mathematical Reasoning
    • Reasoning Through Language Arts
      • Used for Reading and Writing Placement

    Other Subtests Used to Earn High School Equivalency Diploma:

    • Social Studies
    • Science
    Scheduling a GED Test

    GED 2014 Scheduling Webpage

    The test is available to take at the Central Campus Testing and Assessment Center. Scheduling is done through GED Testing Services. 
    FAQ

    GED FAQs Webpage
    Scores Valid

    For Placement Purposes

    • 4 years (from date taken)

    For Proof of High School

    • Never expire
    Send Scores to BC
    Scoring Information
    Test Preparation
    Test Accommodations
    Notes

    HiSET

    The HiSET is a General Education Diploma product produced by ETS (Educational Testing Service). It is one of several general education diplomas available in the United States for individuals that did not finish high school to obtain a high school equivalency diploma. However, the HiSET test is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below if for students with questions about the HiSET.

    Subtests

    Used for Placement:

    • Mathematics
    • Language Arts - Writing
    • Language Arts - Reading

    Other Subtests Used to Earn High School Equivalency Diploma:

    • Social Studies
    • Science
    Scheduling a Test

    HiSET Scheduling Webpage
    FAQ

    HiSET FAQs Webpage
    Scores Valid

    For Placement Purposes

    • 4 years (from date taken)

    For Proof of High School

    • Never expire
    Send Scores to BC
    Scoring Information
    Test Preparation
    Test Accommodations

    Florida End-of-Course (EOC) Assessments and ALEKS PPL

    The tests in this section are listed for informational purposes only. They are not available to take at Broward College. 

    Algebra 1 EOC

    EOC (End-of-Course) assessments are delived in Florida public high schools. Per state rule 6A-10.0315, the Algebra 1 and Geometry EOCs are eligible for use in demonstrating placement. Florida EOC assessments are not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to EOC assessments. 

    • Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) version of the Algebra 1 EOC was used through October 31, 2022
    • Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) version of the Algebra 1 EOC has been available since November 1, 2022
    About the Test
    Scores Valid
    • 4 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC

    Geometry EOC

    EOC (End-of-Course) assessments are delived in Florida public high schools. Per state rule 6A-10.0315, the Algebra 1 and Geometry EOCs are eligible for use in demonstrating placement. Florida EOC assessments are not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to EOC assessments. 

    • Florida Standards Assessments (FSA) version of the Geometry EOC was used through October 31, 2022
    • Benchmarks for Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) version of the Geometry EOC has been available since November 1, 2022
    About the Test
    Scores Valid
    • 4 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC

    ALEKS PPL

    ALEKS PPL (Placement, Preparation, and Learning) exam is delivered at some universities and college. Per state rule 6A-10.0315, the ALEKS PPL is eligible for use in demonstrating placement in mathematics. ALEKS PPL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to ALEKS PPL. 

    Broward College only accepts ALEKS PPL test administrations that have been proctored. Unproctored test administrations will not be accepted for placement. 

    About the Test
    Scores Valid
    • 4 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC

    International EAP Placement Tests

    TOEFL Essentials

    The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. TOEFL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the TOEFL. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test TOEFL Essentials Registration Webpage
    FAQ TOEFL Essentials FAQ Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details
    Sample Score Report TOEFL Essentials Sample Score Report (PDF)
    Test Preparation TOEFL Essentials Test Prep Webpage
    Test Accommodations TOEFL Accommodations Webpage

    TOEFL iBT

    The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. TOEFL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the TOEFL. 

    Broward College accepts the following versions of the TOEFL iBT:

    • Traditional TOEFL iBT in a test center
    • TOEFL iBT Home Edition
    • TOEFL iBT Paper Edition
    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test TOEFL iBT Registration Webpage
    FAQ TOEFL iBT Resources Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details
    Sample Score Report TOEFL iBT Sampel Score Report (PDF)
    Test Preparation TOEFL iBT Test Prep Webpage
    Test Accommodations TOEFL Accommodations Webpage

    TOEFL ITP

    The TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. TOEFL is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the TOEFL. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test TOEFL ITP is only administered at certain colleges. It is not available for anyone to take on demand.
    FAQ TOEFL ITP FAQ Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details

    IELTS Academic

    The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) Academic is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. IELTS is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the IELTS. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test IELTS Academic Registration Webpage
    FAQ IELTS Academic Information Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details
    Test Preparation IELTS Academic Test Prep Webpage
    Test Accommodations IELTS Academic Accommodations Webpage

    PTE Academic

    The PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. PTE is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the PTE. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test PTE Academic Registration Webpage
    FAQ PTE Academic Information Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details
    Test Preparation PTE Academic Test Prep Webpage
    Test Accommodations PTE Academic Accommodations Webpage

    Cambridge English C1 Advanced

    The Cambridge English C1 Advanced is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. Cambridge English C1 Advanced is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the Cambridge English C1 Advanced. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test Cambridge English C1 Advanced Registration Webpage
    FAQ Cambridge English C1 Advanced Information Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details
    Test Preparation Cambridge English C1 Advanced Test Prep Webpage
    Test Accommodations Cambridge English C1 Advanced Accommodations Webpage

    iTEP Academic

    The iTEP Academic is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. iTEP Academic is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the iTEP Academic. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test iTEP Academic Registration Webpage
    FAQ iTEP Academic Information Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details
    Test Preparation iTEP Academic Test Prep Webpage

    MET

    The MET(Michigan English Test) is an internationally recognized English proficiency exam. MET is not administered or available to take at Broward College. The information below is intended to help students with questions related to the MET. 

    Subtests Used at BC
    • Listening
    • Reading
    • Writing
    Taking the Test MET Registration Webpage
    FAQ MET Resources Webpage
    Scores Valid  2 years (from date taken)
    Send Scores to BC Visit the Test Score Reports Webpage for more details
    Sample Score Report MET Sample Score Report (PDF)
    Test Preparation MET Test Prep Webpage
    Test Accommodations MET Accommodations Webpage

    Additional Resources