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CPT Schedule

College Placement Testing

The College Placement Test measures your skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. It is designed to ensure your success by helping us to place you at the appropriate course levels. The test is given free of charge to incoming students.

Testing is done on a DROP-IN BASIS (refer to schedule). Please allow approximately 11/2 hours to complete testing. If you are unable to complete the test by our closing time listed on the schedule, you will be asked to return and finish another day. Testing is done on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited, so you may be asked to wait before you can be admitted into the testing room. Your patience is appreciated.

What to Expect

Each person will take a Computerized Placement Test (CPT) for placement into Reading, Writing and Mathematics courses. Although the CPT is computerized, KNOWLEDGE OF COMPUTERS IS NOT NECESSARY TO TAKE THIS TEST. It is administered UNTIMED. Calculators are allowed only on certain math tests. You will be provided with scratch paper and pencils.

Receiving your results: You will receive a copy of your CPT scores immediately following your test. If you have any questions or concerns about your scores or course placements, please visit the Academic Advising & Transfer Center for assistance. MHCC policy states that one retest will be allowed per calendar year, per subject area. A $10 fee is charged for each retest.

For more complete information about the CPT, including answers to some frequently asked questions and sample test questions, please visit our website http://www.mhcc.edu/testing, or pick up a CPT brochure in the Academic Advising & Transfer Center or in Testing Services.

If you have a documented disability and may require special testing accommodation, please contact the Disability Services Office at (503) 491-6923 (v/tt).

What to Bring With You

Where to Go

Testing Center - Room 2335. Located on the upper level, adjacent to parking lot E.

How Long it Takes

REMEMBER, THE TEST IS NOT TIMED. On the average, the test takes approximately 1 1/2 hours (but it may take a little longer). Remember . . . you must allow yourself enough time to finish by the final time listed.

COLLEGE PLACEMENT TESTING SCHEDULE

Testing will take place in room 2335.
The testing center is open for testing on the following days and times:
EFFECTIVE September 28 - January 8, 2010