Coronavirus Update
Student Testing
General Information
Undergraduate students are required to demonstrate competency in basic college mathematics and reading comprehension which must be completed within 30 credits of matriculation.
Please learn more about satisfying the basic competencies in the university catalog.
Accuplacer Exams
Students can satisfy the basic math and reading competencies by scheduling an appointment through Navigate.
How to schedule an appointment:
Incoming Students
First year or transfer students: Login into Navigate:
- Select Appointment
- Care Unit: Orientation
- Location: Orientation in Person or Virtual /Online
- Services: Student Placement Testing *First year students will receive an email notification if they are required to take a placement exam. If you have any questions or concerns, please email orientation@salemstate.edu
Current Students
Current Salem State students: Login into Navigate:
- Select Appointment
- Care Unit: Academic Services
- Location: Student Competency Testing Center
- Services: Student Competency Testing
Select time and location (in-Person or Virtual/Online)
*Student Testing will be providing Drop-In Session through March 6-April 3. Student will have the opportunity to complete a competency test during these times. Please view below for details.
(In-person only, no appointment needed, first-come, first-serve basis)
Hours:
Tuesday, March 11-Tuesday, April 1: 1-3 pm
Thursday, March 6-Thursday, April 3: 10 am-12 pm
Location:
Frederick E. Berry Library
Learning Commons, First Floor
North Campus
Study Guides :
Access and Accommodation
If you require testing accommodations, please contact our disability services office for more information.
If you have any questions regarding the readmit process, or need further assistance, please contact the advising office via email or phone.