Placement helps students and their advisors choose the right courses to successfully achieve their academic goals.
The results of these tests are important. Math and English tests determine appropriate course placements - whether you can start taking college-level courses, or if it is necessary to take developmental courses. A student does not pass or fail a placement test. You will get a placement level score. English test results are valid for three years and math test results are valid for two years.
Which tests do you need to take?
Students can meet placement requirements in a variety of ways. Make sure all your documents (transcripts, score reports) are submitted to the Enrollment Center (enrollmentcenter@oakton.edu) If you are not sure if you need to take a placement test, you can log into the new student portal to view your admission checklist.
Information on the different ways you can meet placement.
Available Tests
There are three placement tests. Reading, Writing and Math. Both the reading and writing tests are required for English placement while the math test is used for math placement. Tests can be taken on-campus or remotely.
Students requiring a disability-related testing accommodation must contact the Access and Disability Resource Center and follow intake procedures before taking an exam. Contact information: accessdisability@oakton.edu or 847.635.1759