Additional Placement Services
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Westchester Community College is providing Next-Generation ACCUPLACER Exams remotely using Zoom. To test, you will need a computer (desktop or laptop) with a webcam and audio capabilities. If you do not have the necessary technology to test remotely, limited on-campus testing is being offered on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the Valhalla Campus by appointment only. Please email us at: testingcenter@sunywcc.edu for more information regarding on-campus testing.
Follow these steps BEFORE scheduling your placement testing:
Go to the Zoom website, download and install ZOOM
To check that Zoom was set up correctly, go to TESTING ZOOM SESSION, and use the option to join with video.
Check that your computer can run ACCUPLACER by visiting: SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The ACCUPLACER Web-Based Study App
Access questions to familiarize yourself with the ACCUPLACER basic content and experience.
Schedule Your Remote ACCUPLACER Exam
Remote testing using the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER Exams is available for Challenge Exams and other programs requiring the ACCUPLACER. Challenge Exams will be available for English, Math, and Reading placements. The Advance Algebra Functions Exam is available by permission from an academic counselor or the Mathematics Department for students wishing to place directly into Precalculus or Calculus.
Follow these steps BEFORE scheduling your placement testing:
To complete the request form for the Remote Proctoring, your application must be processed by the Admissions Office and you must have your nine-digit (ex. 000123456) Student ID number. If you do not have this number please contact the HelpDesk at MyWCCHelpdesk@sunywcc.edu.
A government issued photo ID is required (ex. drivers license or passport). Please note a current high school photo ID will be accepted.
Students WILL NOT be permitted to take the test without approved photo ID.
After submitting the request form, you will be sent an email from a Testing and Assessment representative within three business days to schedule your exam.
SCHEDULE EXAM HEREStudy Guides
Please refer to the following resources to help prepare and study for the ACCUPLACER Exam.
STUDY GUIDE