You should have received an email notifying you that your placement results are ready for review. We recommend consulting both math faculty and a program representative to determine your best path forward. Contact mathtesting@pct.edu to connect with math faculty directly.
Depending on your placement level, you may have one, two, or three courses listed.
When making your decision, here are a few tips to keep in mind.
For more information about your course requirements, visit the Course Catalog to find a detailed breakdown for your major.
Here's what you need to know.
If you can satisfy developmental/prerequisite requirements before your first semester, great. If not, you'll be scheduled for developmental/prerequisite courses your first semester and in subsequent semesters as necessary. This may or may not impact the time it takes to complete your program at Penn College.
The goal is to successfully complete all developmental/prerequisite coursework within your first two semesters. For some majors, developmental/prerequisite requirements must be satisfied before taking any major-specific courses.
To learn more about developmental coursework and acceptable completion timelines, see our Admissions Policy.
We can help you jumpstart your learning. Penn College offers a discount on all developmental/prerequisite courses during the summer. We also offer on-campus housing to encourage a solid transition experience as you get ready for college life in the fall. Summer course scheduling for the fall semester opens in April.
You can also take developmental/prerequisite courses at another institution and transfer them to Penn College. Here's how:
Students are given only one opportunity to retest, so we want to make sure you're fully prepared and confident before you take it. Before deciding to retest, consider the following:
Did the math department recommend a retest? Increasing your test score does not always raise your placement level. Placement decisions also consider factors such as completed high school math coursework, GPA, and class rank.
Placement levels rarely improve without meaningful preparation. Our practice tests are one helpful resource as you get ready for a retest.
Still not sure if a retest is the best choice for you? We're here to help. Email mathtesting@pct.edu with your questions.
Remediation may help improve your placement level. Remediation works best if you have experience with the subject area but need to refresh your skills. You may choose to remediate by doing one of the following:
Give yourself plenty of time to prepare since you may only retest one time. Retests must occur before the start of classes.
To request a retest, access the form by doing the following:
Accommodations for testing are available for students who meet qualifications. If you did not request accommodations before, but believe you might be eligible, complete the self-disclosure form to begin the process. For more information, contact Disability and Access Resources.