Accuplacer Test Preparation
Accuplacer Tips:
- Get plenty of sleep and eat well in the week before your test. If you are overtired, you may have poor concentration and good nutrition allows for optimal performance.
- Arrive at the testing center 10 minutes prior to your appointed time. This will ensure you have plenty of time to get checked in and be well prepared.
- Accuplacer is meant to give an accurate measurement of your academic skills. It is not a pass/fail test.
- There is no time limit on Math and English tests, so you can focus on doing your best to demonstrate your skills.
- All Accuplacer tests are computerized using a multiple choice format. If you need accommodations for this exam, please address those needs when you make the appointment.
Additional Math Preparation:
Reviewing topics prior to placement testing could prepare you to take the mathematics courses you need for you major sooner. The MSUM Mathematics Learning Center provides free access to a practice tool for incoming and current MSUM students called MyMathTest.com. If you are interested in using this tool contact Testing Services for the access code and program ID.