Math Placement

Save yourself time and money by starting your math classes at the right level. Here's how.

Math placement determines which math class you'll take first at LCC. Placement can be anywhere from Adult Basic Education (ABE) classes to Math 151 (Calculus I). There are many different ways to determine math placement, such as your high school transcript or previous test scores.

One option available to all entering students is the LCC math placement test, which consists of four timed, sequential assessments (not multiple choice) done on the computer. See Topics Covered on the Math Placement Test.

Students who plan to earn a degree or certificate at LCC, or who plan to transfer to a four-year institution, must complete placement testing or provide documentation for one of the alternative placement options before enrolling.

Need accommodations? Contact Disability and Access Services, (360) 442-2340.

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Prepare for your Math Placement Test

A comprehensive list of resources designed to help you with Math Placement. Options available for students of all math levels.

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Alternatives to Math Placement Testing

Lower Columbia College has several alternatives to the math placement exam. Please examine the table below to see if you meet any of the criteria.

If you are a currently enrolled high school student, or graduated from high school sometime in the last ten years, please see our High School to College Placement page for even more alternative placement options.

Alternative	Required Score/Grade	Eligible for the following courses
GED Math Exam	165 - 200	MATH 098, MATH& 107, MATH& 131, MATH& 146
SAT Math Exam	550 and above	MATH 098, MATH& 107, MATH& 131, MATH& 146
BEdA/ABE	BEdA Placement Grid	MATH 78 - 98, MATH& 107, MATH& 131, MATH& 141, or MATH& 146

Contact the Testing Center

We look forward to serving you! The Testing Center is conveniently located in Main (MAN) 128. No appointment is needed. If you need accommodations please contact Disability and Access Services, (360) 442-2340.