Oakton uses the ALEKS Math Assessment tool. This assessment is structured in three phases:
After taking the test a score reflecting your placement will be displayed. If you are not satisfied with your placement after this first attempt and are not currently enrolled in a Math class, you are encouraged to take the ALEKS assessment again.
There is no fee to take the test for first time account holders. Oakton students have free access to the five assessment attempts and Learning and Preparation Modules for one year from the date of initially opening the test.
If your subscription has expired and you wish to purchase a new subscription for $20, please contact either Testing Center (Des Plaines - 847.635.1939, Skokie - 847.635.1446) for directions.
If you have taken the ALEKS exam in a proctored environment at another university within the last 2 years and wish to transfer the score, you can send the results to Oakton. Instructions to send these results to Oakton are available.