MATH PLACEMENT TEST

The Mathematics Placement Test at USCL is now administered online.

This test must be completed prior to your chosen Orientation date to ensure the completion of your course registration. The test will take ninety minutes. It must be completed on an individual basis. Calculators are not allowed. We recommend that all students take the practice test prior to the actual test.

First, go to http://registrar.sc.edu/html/faq/newPIN.stm to set your PIN for VIP, the University's system for secure, personal access to University data.

Second, go to http://usclancaster.sc.edu/IT/usernames.htm for instructions concerning how to obtain your network username and to set your password in VIP.  Questions regarding your University of South Carolina username and password should be directed to the USC helpdesk in Columbia at (803) 777-1800.

Third, to determine which test to take for your major, go to the "List of Majors and Math Placement Tests" at https://assess.math.sc.edu/public/MPTbyMajor.pdf. The exam you take depends on the mathematics requirements for your major.

Fourth, access the test at https://assess.math.sc.edu.  

Once you have completed the test, you will be instructed to print out a score sheet. *Bring this with you to your chosen Orientation session.*   Remember that this test is not a reflection of your ability; it is simply used to place you into the appropriate mathematics course at USCL.

Should you have any questions concerning the test, contact  Dr. Shemsi Alhaddad (alhaddad(at)mailbox.sc.edu) at USC Lancaster.

Access the math placement test at
https://assess.math.sc.edu/.

Note to Advisors:  Information for USCL academic advisors and instructors is available on the USCL Resources for Advisors page.