Clinton Community College
Placement Testing
CCC Placement Testing Information
Why am I taking this test?
Before you register for your first semester at Clinton Community College, you will be taking a placement test. Although this test is required, it is not an entrance exam and does not affect your acceptance as a Clinton Community College student. Rather, the test is designed to help you plan a successful program of study.
The placement test will help you and your advisor understand the strengths and weak points you have now in these areas: vocabulary, reading comprehension, essay writing, arithmetic, and algebra. Be well rested and ready to concentrate for approximately 2 1/2 hours of testing. Please arrange to be on time for your scheduled test. Students who arrive late, may be asked to reschedule. Click the following links for the English Study Guide or the Math Study Guide.
When do I need to take the placement test?
Upon payment of your tuition deposit, you will receive a list of placement test and registration dates. Because you need to take the tests prior to selecting your courses, we recommend you test as soon as possible after your acceptance to the College. Choose a test date from the list of dates offered and call to reserve a seat. Full-time Freshman are scheduled to test by the Admissions Office at (518) 562-4170. Transfer students and all part-time student should contact the Counseling & Advisement Office at (518) 562-4199. Unfortunately, due to the various options of scheduling and exemptions, we are unable to offer on-line scheduling for placement testing.
Students with a disability or temporarily disabling condition, should contact Laurie Bethka, Learning Resource Specialist, at 562-4252 to make arrangements for accommodated testing.
What do I bring to the test?
There is no charge for the tests. You must have a picture ID with you to take the test. Please bring a #2 Pencil. A Calculator is available on the testing computer, or students may bring their own. There is no food or drink allowed in the testing room. Also, no textbooks, notebooks, dictionaries, or other papers will be allowed.
Who is exempt from taking this test? You do not need to take this test if:
Students who qualify must identify themselves with the Admissions Office to be exempt from testing.
How will I receive my test scores?
If you are a full-time freshman, you will receive your test results when you come to the College for registration. Transfer students and part-time students should call the Counseling and Advisement Office at (518) 562-4199 to make an appointment to review their placement test results and register for courses.