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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.
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.
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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. |
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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. 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 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.
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.
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Visit the Testing Fees webpage for current fees.
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Students can *retest according to the following policy:
* 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
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
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Retesting for ATB purposes may occur every 14 days. (Remediation between test attempts is strongly recommended) |
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.
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.
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Students can retest according to the following policy:
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:
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 tesing session, score entry for all remote tests will take a minimum of 3 business days.
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 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.
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.
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Students can *retest according to the following policy:
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. Students can *retest according to the following policy:
*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:
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.
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 Exempt and Non-Exempt Students section on the Placement Method Tables and Flowcharts webpage for more information on Trigonometry Bypass Exam eligibility.
Visit the Testing Fees webpage for current fees.
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Students can retest according to the following policy:
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:
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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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*Only 2-digit test scores used for placement. **Only 3-digit section scores are used for placement. |
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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.
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*Only 2-digit test scores used for placement. **Only 3-digit section scores are used for placement. |
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The tests in this section are listed for informational purposes only. The TASC and HiSET are 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.
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The test is available to take at the Central Campus Testing and Assessment Center. Scheduling is done through GED Testing Services. |
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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.
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TASC
The TASC is a General Education Diploma product produced by DRC (Data Recognition Corporation). It is one of several general education diplomas programs in the United States for individuals that did not finish high school to obtain a high school equivalency diploma.
The TASC test is no longer available as it was discontinued on December 31, 2021. The information below if for students with questions about the TASC.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 acceptes the the following versions of the TOEFL iBT:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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