蘑菇视频网 (CWI) uses placement testing to place students in the correct classes based on their academic skill level. Placement testing may additionally be used by students to test out of classes, demonstrate prior learning, fulfill degree requirements, or as part of a supplemental application process. Review the information and resources below to learn more.
To ensure you are placed in the correct math and English classes, CWI accepts the following placement exams to verify your academic skill level:
* Math placement scores must be within three years of the first day you intend to begin classes. College credit placement has no age limit.
An ACT and/or SAT exam score that is three (3)-years-old or less, is used to determine the placement of an incoming student into the appropriate mathematics course. Student’s who do not have ACT or SAT scores or previous college Math courses will need to take the Math Diagnostic to determine placement. Students who wish to place higher than their ACT or SAT scores allow may also take the Math Diagnostic.
The table below indicates testing requirements and course options for students using their Math score on the ACT or SAT. Required mathematics courses are determined by a student's chosen major. Score placement indicates the highest class level a student is eligible to register for. You may choose to enroll in any class at or below this level.
| ACT Math Score | SAT Math Score | CWI Math Diagnostic Score | * |
|---|---|---|---|
| ≤ 17 | ≤ 420 | N/A | Take Math Diagnostic |
| ≥ 18 | ≥ 430 | Unit 0 | Math 118/Math 123P1/Math 153P2 |
| ≥ 20 | ≥ 480 | Unit 2 | Math 097/ Math 099/Math 123/Fina 109 |
| ≥ 25 | ≥ 520 | Unit 8 | Math 098/Math 153/Math 143P3/Math 157 |
| ≥ 26 | ≥ 570 | Unit 12 | Math 130/Math 143/Math 147 |
| ≥ 27 | ≥ 640 | Unit 14 (Algebra Exam) | Math 144/Math 160 |
| ≥ 29 | ≥ 670 | Unit 16 (Trigonometry Exam) | Math 170 |
Math Placement exams are taken at the Math Solutions Center.
Please bring the following items to your Math Placement exam:
Students attending CWI must take the Write Class Placement unless they have previous English college credit or scored a 6 or higher on the essay portion of the SAT.
To take the Write Class Placement, visit , and sign in using your CWI username and password. The Write Class Placement may only be taken one time. Your Write Class score will transfer to your account within 24 hours at which time you may register for the appropriate English class.
If you would like to take the Write Class through Testing Services, please visit the scheduling page to make an appointment.
The Biology placement exam is for advanced placement into Biology 227 – Human Anatomy & Physiology I. The exam, offered through Testing Services, may only be taken once.
The CASAS test is used to assess basic and academic skills in real-world contexts. The system monitors progress in reading, math, English language, writing, and work-readiness skills. CASAS is the most widely used adult education competency-based testing system in the United States.
Used in conjunction with the Pearson Math Diagnostic test, CWI uses CASAS to gather information for further diagnostic placement testing to determine which math class is the best fit for incoming students.
| CASAS Test | Scheduling Department | Scheduling Link |
|---|---|---|
| Math (Students only) | Math Solutions Center | |
| Reading & Math Non-Students | Adult Education | Request an Appointment |
The Chemistry placement exam is for advanced placement into CHEM 102 – Essentials of Organic and Biochemistry or CHEM 111 – General Chemistry I, fulfilling the CHEM 101 prerequisite. The exam, offered through Testing Services, may only be taken once.
The College-Level Examination Program® (CLEP) is designed to test knowledge in introductory courses for specific subjects. Qualifying scores on the CLEP can fulfill major requirements.
DSST gives students the opportunity to earn college credit for learning acquired outside the traditional classroom. With more than in college subject areas such as Social Sciences, Math, Applied Technology, Business, Physical Sciences, and Humanities, DSST exams shorten the pathway to graduation while reducing college costs. Prior learning assessment tools like DSST, offer students a cost-effective, time-saving way to use knowledge acquired outside of the classroom (from personal research, on-the-job training, independent study, work, or military field experience) to accomplish their educational goals. Originally only available to miliatry personnel, DSST is now available to all! CWI does not offer the Public Speaking DSST at this time.
DSST tests can help you:
DANTES pays the fee for an eligible candidate’s first attempt to pass an exam. To obtain DANTES funding, candidates should review the , and obtain a voucher to use on the day of your exam. Please note, eligible candidates who do not pass an exam on their first attempt will be subject to a 30-day waiting period before retesting and are responsible for paying all retest and administration fees.
The cost for most exams is $85 and can be paid with a credit or debit card at the time of your exam appointment. A $25 proctor fee will additionally be charged at the time of registration.
You will be provided an unofficial print out of your score at the time of your test. In order for your official DSST scores to be sent to your school of choice, you must know the four-digit school code at the time of your exam. To look up a nationally recognized school code, please visit the . Once you have completed an exam, you may login to to retrieve your unofficial score.
As part of the supplemental application process for CWI's Law Enforcement program, perspective students are required to take the National Police Officer Selection Test, an entry-level basic skills test to ensure applicants possess the fundamental skills to succeed in training and a future career.
Visit the Law Enforcement program page to learn more and get started.
As part of the supplemental application process for CWI's Registered Nursing and Practical Nursing programs, students are required to take the Kaplan Nursing Entrance Exam. Individual's taking the exam are allowed two (2) attempts between Jan. 1 and Nov. 30.
Once you have created an account and are enrolled for the test, you will schedule a testing appointment through Testing Services.
Scores will remain active for entrance into the Registered Nursing program for five (5) years. For a breakdown of the sections, please see the Kaplan Admissions Test Outline. For more information, visit the Registered Nursing or Practical Nursing program pages.
The Spanish Placement exam, offered through Testing Services, is a free placement exam for CWI students to try to place out of taking courses in the Spanish Language Curriculum for prior knowledge and experience.
For each trades’ apprenticeship program (, , and ), students have the opportunity to enroll in a placement test for a fee for a one-time opportunity to test their existing knowledge to see if it qualifies for completion credits in years 1 through 4 of the CWI apprenticeship program.
Once enrolled, students will take the Year 1 Placement test first, if they pass then they will have the opportunity to take the Year 2 Placement test, and subsequently for the remaining years.
Please contact and pay for your exam through Workforce Development before scheduling an appointment with Testing Services. This will ensure your exam is activated for your testing day. Otherwise, your exam may be delayed or need to be rescheduled.