Mathematics Placement Assessment

Your next step to becoming a Sun Devil includes taking a math placement assessment.

This is not a test — the assessment helps us place you in the correct math class. If you are unhappy with your first score, don’t worry; you have two more attempts to try again.

If you have any questions about your math placement, please connect with your academic support team through My ASU.

Overview:

• This assessment is to be completed by you alone. No one else should be in the room with you and you should receive no outside assistance. This helps to ensure an accurate assessment of your current mathematical skills.
• You will have two hours to complete the assessment. You cannot save your place and return later.
• There are computer system requirements listed on the FAQ tab that you should review. You are required to install LockDown Browser and need a working webcam to access the assessment.
• If you’re unsure of how to input an answer, or need help while taking the assessment, click the Help button. Using this will not impact your results.
• Once complete, your math assessment score will be displayed in the ALEKS system.
• Please allow 24–48 hours after taking the assessment for your score to be usable for registration.

Getting started:

• When you are ready to begin, click the “take assessment” button below.
• Enter your ASURITE User ID and password upon login. Confirm your contact information.
• Answer the survey questions about your last math class.
• Complete the tutorial about math palette tools.
• Download and install LockDown Browser .

Webcam Placement:

• For the assessment, the webcam must be able to show your face, hands and working area.
• An external camera is ideal for this:

Lastly, don’t stress, just do your best!

ASU’s password for the math placement assessment is: ARIZONASTATE1

Accommodations for a disability

Please contact Student Accessibility and Inclusive Learning Services at 480-965-1234 or email student.accessibility@asu.edu if you need accommodations on the math placement assessment for a diagnosed disability.

ASU’s academic integrity policy

Cheating on an academic evaluation is a violation of the ASU’s academic integrity policy. If you are found to be in violation, academic sanctions will be imposed.

For general questions regarding the math placement, email placement.math@asu.edu.

Use your score to determine which math class you are eligible to enroll in at ASU.

Math placement assessment score

Math course placement

MAT 142: College Mathematics or MAT 117: College Algebra (Whichever your major requires.)

MAT 119: Finite Mathematics

MAT 170: Precalculus

MAT 171: Precalculus: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)

MAT 210: Brief Calculus

MAT 251: Calculus for Life Sciences

STP 226: Elements of Statistics

STP 231: Statistics for Life Science

MAT 265: Calculus for Engineers I

MAT 270: Calculus with Analytic Geometry I

How do I view my score?

You can view your math assessment score through the ALEKS system. Sign in to your account and then navigate to “Reports/Placement Results” to view your score.

You can also find your score on My ASU. Sign in to My ASU , and click on “Grades and Transcripts” in the My Classes box. Then click on “Transcripts and Test Scores” and finally “Placement/Admission Scores.” It takes 24 – 72 hours after completing the math assessment for scores to post to My ASU.

I am unhappy with my first score.

You have two more attempts to improve your score, for a total of three completed math assessments.

My score is in the 0 to 45 range.

You will still be able to enroll in MAT 142 or MAT 117. However, you are encouraged to complete the ALEKS prep modules before your math course begins.

My major requires math beyond MAT 117 or MAT 142, but my score is within 10 points below 61 or 76.

You are encouraged to complete the ALEKS prep module for precalculus or calculus and then retake the math assessment with one of your two remaining attempts.

My score is higher than 60. My major map recommends taking MAT 142. Do I have to take a higher math class because of my score, or can I still take MAT 142?

ASU’s majors require a math placement assessment to determine the appropriate math course to enroll in. Students whose major does not require MAT 117, MAT 170 or higher can take MAT 142, which is not a prerequisite for any other mathematics course.

Is MAT 142 more difficult than MAT 117 and MAT 119 since it is a higher number?

No, these courses review different concepts. MAT 142 applies basic college-level mathematics to real-life problems. It is appropriate for students whose major does not require MAT 117 or MAT 170.

MAT 117 is college algebra — the study of linear and quadratic functions, systems of linear equations, logarithmic and exponential functions, sequences, series, and combinatorics. MAT 117 is a prerequisite for courses like MAT 119, MAT 170 and MAT 210.

MAT 119 is finite mathematics and includes linear algebra, linear programming, combinatorics, probability and mathematics of finance. It is used in specific programs as their last math course needed for the program.

For general questions regarding the math placement, email placement.math@asu.edu.

You have a total of three attempts to complete ASU’s math assessment.

Before retaking:

• Access the prep modules in your ALEKS account by selecting “Start My Path” from the menu. You will only be able to choose one of the offered paths and cannot change it.
• There is a cool-off period of 24 hours before you can access your second attempt.
• You cannot access your third attempt until you log three hours or more of ALEKS prep module work.
  

For general questions regarding the math placement, email placement.math@asu.edu.