Evaluation of Student Skills and Placement Testing

In order to promote student success, the college shall, where appropriate, evaluate the academic preparation of enrolling students. A multiple measures approach will be used to advise students and, place students in courses (Board Policy 5.12).

Students must submit placement documentation.  Placement documentation can be official high school transcripts, ACT scores, SAT scores, and/or GED scores (GED must be 2014 or newer). The high school transcript is encouraged as it is considered the most accurate tool for placement.   The highest placement achieved will be used when students submit more than one placement document.  Students not submitting at least one placement document are required to take the LLCC Placement Test.  Students should talk with their Student Success Coach or visit https://www.llcc.edu/student-services/testing-center/placement/ to learn more about LLCC’s multiple measures.

A student who has earned a degree at a bachelor’s level or above is considered to place into entry level college courses.  An official transcript must be provided as proof of degree.

Students may take the placement exam at the LLCC-Springfield campus or at one of the Outreach Centers. For information, contact the Testing Center, 217-786-2211 or visit www.llcc.edu/testing.

Any student with a disability who would like to request accommodations for placement testing should contact the Accessibility Services Office at 217-786-2869 or aso@llcc.edu to arrange for appropriate alternative testing procedures.

Students may be allowed one retake of the placement tests or a portion thereof upon recommendation of a department dean.