Assessment (a component of the matriculation process) assists students with making sound decisions about their courses by evaluating their reading, writing and mathematics skills.

The Mt. San Jacinto Community College District uses the College Board computerized Accuplacer placement format for assessment testing. 

The purpose of ACCUPLACER tests is to provide you with useful information about your academic skills in Math, English, and Reading. The results of the assessment, in conjunction with your academic background, goals, and interests, are used by MSJC counselors to determine your course selection so that you have the best opportunity for success.

You can not "pass" or "fail" the placement tests, but it is very important that you do your very best on these tests so that you will have an accurate measure of your academic skills.

The Accuplacer assessment is administered online and usually requires a minimum of 2 hours for students to complete. The assessment staff will provide a 10-15 minute presentation at the beginning of each assessment session that will familiarize students with the Accuplacer format and answer any questions. Using the online version does not require special training or knowledge! A paper version of the Accuplacer is available on request, but we encourage the online version because of its adaptive testing technique. Adaptive testing means the questions are chosen for you on the basis of your answers to previous questions. This technique selects just the right questions for your ability level.

In addition to assessment scores, evaluating a student's background (e.g. highest level of math and English courses completed, hours of study, hours of employment, etc.) are also used for course placement. Both measures help to provide students with the best opportunity for success in their courses.

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For a sample test and additional information:

College Board Accuplacer Assessment

Online Diagnostic, Study Modules, and Practice Tests:

Student Resource Links

Questions? Click on our FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

Assessment FAQs

Assessment Center Hours & Locations

San Jacinto Campus, Building 1200, Room 1210, (951) 487-3310

• San Jacinto Campus Assessment Center Schedule

• Assessment Location on San Jacinto Campus Map
  

 Menifee Valley Campus, Room 1014, (951) 639-5310

•  Menifee Campus Assessment Center Schedule

• Assessment Location on Menifee Valley Campus Map 
  

 Temecula Education Complex (951) 308-1059

• Temecula Assessment Center Schedule 
  

San Gorgonio Pass Service Center (951) 922-1327

• San Gorgonio Pass Assessment Center Schedule

Other Types of Exams Offered at the Assessment Centers

Ability-to-Benefit (ATB)

Students who want to apply for various financial benefits without having earned a high school diploma (or the equivalent) may need to pass the ATB test in order to receive financial assistance. These tests are approved and regulated by the U.S. Department of Education. The ATB test is offered on a walk-in basis during regular assessment hours.

Combined English Language Skills Assessment (CELSA)

CELSA is used for appropriate placement into English as a Second Language courses for both credit English and Reading courses or the Non-credit Program. The test takes 45 minutes to complete and consists of 75 multiple choice questions. Scores, course placement and recommendations are given to the students upon test completion.  Note: ESL students interested in taking a math course would need to complete the math only portion of the Accuplacer placement test. The CELSA is offered on a walk-in basis during regular assessment hours.

College Level Examination Program (CLEP)

CLEP allows both traditional and non-traditional students to earn college credit by examination. To receive credit, students must achieve the minimum scaled score recommended. For additional CLEP information click here.  Note: Students transferring to other Colleges and Universities should check with the transfer institution regarding the use of the CLEP for college or subject credit.

Mt. San Jacinto College (MSJC) provides CLEP testing by appointment only for students admitted to or enrolled at MSJC.  CLEP exams are only offered at the San Jacinto and Menifee Assessment Centers. To schedule a CLEP exam, contact the Assessment Center nearest you. 

Prometric

Prometric is a network of testing centers that mostly deliver exams that lead to certifications for many of the IT industry’s leading companies such as Microsoft, CompTia, Apple, HP, Oracle and many others. Menifee Assessment Center is an Authorized Professional Testing Center. To schedule a test click on the following link Prometric Test Center .