Placement Test
DCTC is committed to supporting student success. As part of this commitment, the college has established a process to assess the college readiness of new students. The assessment tool we use for students pursuing a program of study and/or are seeking to take certain courses is called ACCUPLACER (formerly known as CPT).
The ACCUPLACER is a standardized assessment of your reading, sentence, and arithmetic skills. The test results are helpful when you are selecting your courses and assist us in developing plans for your academic support. RESULTS OF THE TEST DO NOT AFFECT ADMISSION TO THE COLLEGE (unless you are without a High School Diploma or GED).
ACCUPLACER Testing Schedule
Walk-In Testing Schedule
- Room 2-101, Instructional Technology Center (ITC)
- Main Campus, Rosemount MN
Summer Session 2008 (July 1st - August 22, 2008)
| Day | Time: | Exceptions: |
| Mondays | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | NO TESTING on July 14 |
| Tuesdays | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | |
| Wednesdays | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Testing on Aug 20: Only between 1 - 3 p.m. |
| Thursdays | 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. | Testing on  Aug 21 Only between 1 - 3 p.m. |
| Fridays | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | NO TESTING on: July 4 (Independence Day) July 11 |
No appointment is needed. You can start the ACCUPLACER anytime between the hours listed above on a space-available basis (MAKE NOTE OF THE DATES WHEN THERE IS NO TESTING OR ALTERNATIVE TEST TIMES). Check in at the Front Desk or Student Services before going to the ITC.
Students must have a valid picture ID to take the test. Students retesting at DCTC must pay a $5.00 retest fee at the Tuition Office before taking the test.
Special Walk - In TUESDAY Evening Testing
- Room 1-116
| Day: | Time: |
| Tuesday, July 1 | 5 - 7 p.m. |
| Tuesday, July 15 | 5 - 7 p.m. |
| Tuesday, August 12 | 5 - 7 p.m. |
No appointment is needed. You can start the ACCUPLACER anytime between the hours listed above on a space-available basis. Check in at Room 1-116 (Follow signs from the front lobby). Students must have a valid picture ID to take the test. Students retesting at DCTC must pay a $5.00 retest fee to the test administrator before taking the test.
Test Resources:
- Tips for taking the ACCUPLACER (PDF 27K)
- Sample Questions (PDF 179K)
Exemption
Note: DCTC may consider waiving the ACCUPLACER if you have one of the following:
- A two year A.A. or A.S. degree, four year Bachelor's degree, or a graduate degree (must provide an official college transcript)
- Completed college-level English and Math courses but have no degree (must provide an official college transcript)
- ACT scores of 24 or higher in each area (scores must be provided and be less than two years old)
- Previously completed the ACCUPLACER (scores must be provided and be less than two years old.)
Admission to certain programs requires minimum testing standards. Results of the test also help determine placement in appropriate courses. You are encouraged to speak with a advisor to determine how the ACCUPLACER test results may affect your program or course selection.
Retest Policy
Note: As of September 1, 2005, DCTC has adopted the following policy on retesting on all or parts of the ACCUPLACER Test. If a student chooses to retest on all or part of the ACCUPLACER, he/she will be allowed one retest per semester. The retest has to be scheduled at least two weeks after the initial test. The student who is retesting must pay a $5.00 fee at the Tuition Office before the retest would be administered. Please note: Students with documented disabilities and accommodations should advise the Test Administrator or the Disabilities Services Coordinator prior to taking the test the first time.
Contact Information:
Hours & Location
Hours: View ACCUPLACER Test Schedule
Location:
Walk-in Testing — Instructional Technology Center (ITC): Room 2-101
Tuesday Evening Testing — Testing Center: Room 1-116