ASSET

This is a paper and pencil, timed test which includes three, 25-minute sections.  You will receive your results at the completion of the test.  Take these results with you to your orientation/registration appointment.

COMPASS

This is a computerized, adaptive test which is not timed, but takes about 1 ½ to 2 hours to complete, depending on your pace.  Each test session is limited in time.  You will receive your results at the completion of the test.  Take these results with you to your orientation/registration appointment. 

No appointment is necessary for ASSET or COMPASS; seating is first-come, first-served.  There will be a sign-up sheet posted half an hour before start times.  Please arrive early, and bring your receipt for the $15 testing fee and your Shoreline CC student ID number or your Social Security Number with you.  The receipt will not be replaced if lost, and the fee is not refundable. 

General note:  If you have not done math recently, we recommend that you practice before taking the test.  This will help you utilize your math knowledge on the test and will result in a more accurate placement.  Any math book is fine (there are inexpensive ones available at used book stores or check your local library).  A small set of sample math questions is available from the Assessment Center; there are study guides for ASSET and COMPASS available at http://www.act.org/asset or http://www.act.org/compass or printable material from the Math Learning Center at http://www.shoreline.edu/math/Math%20Placement%20Pages.htm 

If you need accommodations for testing. 

If you need accommodation in the assessment testing process, please provide documentation of your disabling condition to the Office of Special Services call (206)546-5832 for information.  If approved, OSS will arrange for accommodation with the Testing Center. 

Can I Re-Take the Assessment?

Re-taking the assessment is available with some limitations.  You must wait 30 days before re-taking the ASSET (please check with the Testing Center).  You may re-take COMPASS as soon as you are ready.  You may re-take a portion of the test (that subject in which you feel you were miss-placed).  You must pay the $15 testing fee before re-taking the test or any portion of the test. 

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Revised 5/2005 Assessment