REVISED 09/02/2015
COMPASS PLACEMENT GUIDE
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Placement scores are valid for two years from test date.
YVCC recommends beginning your math sequence as soon as possible.
Courses with an “&” denote classes using the Common Course Numbering system.
Test Date: __________ Name: _______________________________ SID#:____-______-____
Test
Writing Placement
Reading Placement
Score
Placement
0 - 21 ABE Writing
22 – 59 English 090T
60 - 81 English 095
82 - 100 English& 101
0 - 57 ABE Reading
58 - 77 English 081T
78 - 100 College Level Reading
(READ 105 may be required for some degrees and certificates. See your advisor or
check degree requirements in college catalog.)
Pre-Algebra
0 - 30
ABE Math or Math 049C
(Eligibility for Math 049C is determined by an English placement or prerequisite of
ENGL 090T or above.)
31 - 45 MATH 050
46 - 73 MATH 075
74 - 100 MATH 084 or MATH 085
Students should check with their specific program advisor to determine which MATH Track is most
appropriate for their education needs and goals.
Math Track 1
Math Track 2
26 - 49 MATH 084
26 - 57 MATH 085
Algebra
50 - 65 MATH 093
58 - 70 MATH 095
66 - 100 MATH& 107, 131, 146 71 - 100 MATH& 141 or MATH 111
28 - 100 MATH& 107, 131, 146 28 - 60 MATH& 141 or MATH 111
College Algebra
61 - 100 MATH& 142 or 148
0 - 50 MATH& 142 or 148
Trigonometry
51 - 100 MATH& 151
Alternative Placement Tests
If your COMPASS placement score is one or two points below the cut-off score needed for Math 050, 075, 085, or
095, you may request to take an Alternative Placement Test for the course you want. Contact the instructor of the
course section you are trying to register for or contact the Math Department chair.