ACCUPLACER

ACCUPLACER & ACCUPLACER-ESL

ACCUPLACER tests are designed to provide placement, advisement, and guidance information for students entering institutions of higher education. These tests are developed by College Board, with the help of committees of college faculty, to provide information about the student’s level of skill and accomplishment in reading, writing, and mathematics. It determines which courses are appropriate for the student and whether developmental classes are needed. The ACCUPLACER English as a Second Language (ESL) is designed to support the placement of English language learners into English language courses so that they may receive appropriate and targeted levels of instruction. ACCUPLACER (including ESL) presents the tests in a computer-adaptive mode and scores are available immediately after testing.

  • TESTING DAYS AND TIMES (Huntsville Campus)
    • Monday-Friday
    • Click here to register for your exam.
    • Three hour time limit
  • REGISTRATION/ADMINISTRATION/TEST FEE
    • First attempt fee: $53.50 (non-refundable, non-transferable) 
    • Please contact the Testing Center at test.ctr@shsu.edu to request an appointment. 
    • Retest fee (non-refundable, non-transferable):
      • 1 subject area: $18.50
      • 2 subject areas: $33.50
      • 3 subject areas: $53.50
  • REMOTE TEST

    Individuals wishing to test at a remote location must fill out the remote test application and submit at least 3 days in advance of their desired test date. Same day processing is not allowed. Please note testing remotely may require additional administration fees.

  • ITEMS NEEDED
    • Current, unexpired picture identification (i.e., driver’s license, passport, state-issued ID, military ID, student ID, etc.)
    • Second form of ID (i.e., any of the previously listed photo IDs, social security card, birth certificate, credit/debit card, library card, etc.)
    • Student ID number 
  • SCORES
    • Scores will be available immediately following completion of the test
    • You may also view your scores on the student portal on the College Board website. 
  • RETAKES
    • Students taking the ACCUPLACER can retest at any time (pending registration and seat availability)
    • Registration/administration/test fee applies
  • ACCUPLACER WEBSITE