ACCUPLACER
Take the ACCUPLACER Placement Tests to measure and understand your current skill level in reading, writing, and mathematics
Before taking the ACCUPLACER:
You MUST complete the YC Admissions application
Already taken the ACCUPLACER test?
Test scores can be viewed in your myYC portal
Things to know before you take the ACCUPLACER placement test
- It's not an admissions test
- Math and Reading portions of the test are untimed
- WritePlacer portion is timed
- There is no fee for YC Students
- $25 - Accuplacer fee for non-YC students
- Bring photo ID to the assessment
- If a YC student, bring your Y-number
In-Person Placement Testing
Remote Placement Testing
ACCUPLACER Placement Test Preparation
Yavapai College administers Next-Generation ACCUPLACER tests:
- Next-Generation Reading
- WritePlacer
- Next-Generation Math: Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra & Statistics
- Next-Generation Math: Advanced Algebra & Functions
Review the sample test questions prior to your test date.
- Learn what's on the ACCUPLACER Test - not a study guide
- Download the free ACCUPLACER Study App - select the Next-Generation option
- ACCUPLACER Sample Test Questions - not a study guide
- WRITEPLACER Sample Test Questions - not a study guide
Placement Test Score Chart and Retest Guidelines
Call (928) 776-2200 if you have questions.
- English/Reading Assessment Score Placement Chart
- Mathematics Assessment Score Placement Chart
- General Assessment Retest Guidelines
Pre-pay $10 Retest Fee - per re-test
Academic and Career Advising
Please take the Reading, Writing, and Math ACCUPLACER assessments prior to scheduling an appointment with an academic advisor. Contact Academic Advising for information.
Have you previously taken a placement test?
If you have taken a college placement assessment ( ACCUPLACER) it may be possible to use part or all the scores for placement. Math and Writing scores must be 2 years old or less. ACCUPLACER scores must include the "WritePlacer" assessment for English placement.
Have you taken any of these High School tests?
If you have taken the SAT or ACT test and have scores at or above the scores listed below, it may be possible to use part or all the scores for placement. Math and Writing scores must be 2 years old or less.
To discuss using alternate test scores, please contact the Testing Center at (928) 776-2200. Please email score reports to Testing@YC.edu with your phone number attached.
To make an appointment to complete the ACCUPLACER Placement Test:
- Prescott - (928) 776-2200
- Verde Valley - (928) 634-6561
Accommodations are available through the Disability Resources Office.