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Compass Placement Tests
What are Placement Tests?
To ensure that students are proficient in the skills necessary to successfully complete general education coursework, student competencies in reading, writing and math are evaluated. All incoming, degree-seeking students or students wishing to enroll in math or English courses must provide valid Enhanced ACT scores or complete computerized placement tests. To be valid, the student must have taken the Enhanced ACT examination within five years of the date of initial enrollment. For all students without valid ACT scores, the ACT COMPASS (computerized placement tests) will be used to determine placement in English and math courses.
What do the results mean and when are they received?
Results of the COMPASS exam are available immediately after the student completes the tests. Students and their advisor receive a placement report with their scores and specific course requirements.
How do I schedule the test?
To reserve a time to take COMPASS, simply call (605) 367-5989 or email testingcenter@sduniversitycenter.org
Should students study before taking the placement test?
Sample questions for each area are available for review prior to taking the COMPASS tests. They are available on the web by clicking this link. Algebra books are also available for review in Room 280 (Resource Center) in the University Center facility.
What calculators are permitted on the Math Test?
View the following sites for acceptable calculator guidlines:
