ALEKS PPL is an assessment tool that assesses the strengths and weaknesses of a student’s mathematical knowledge. Students can view their results and select mathematics courses at the appropriate level after taking the assessment.
If a student is satisfied with their initial placement results, they will be eligible to register for the appropriate course(s).
If a student is not satisfied with their initial placement results, they may retake the assessment. Before the second attempt, students should spend at least an hour in the Prep and Learning module. Using the learning tools to refresh subjects can greatly benefit their score. Review improving your score for help before retaking the test.
Students have free access to the ALEKS math assessment for one year, and that time starts as soon as you log in for the first time. During that year, you may access the learning modules and take the test up to five times. Once the year is done, you will be asked to pay a small fee to continue accessing the learning modules or to take the placement test again.
Students who are transferring math credits from other institutions may not need to take a placement test and should talk to their academic advisors for help.
Questions? Contact the University Testing Center.
Disability Accommodations
To request accommodations, please contact the Accessible Education Center.