The Testing Center is a component of Career Assessment and Learning Savannah Technical College.
 
 
 
 
 

Placement Testing
 
After the admissions application has been received along with the non-refundable application fee, new students (who do not have valid ACT or SAT scores and do not have previous college credit verified by an official college transcript) are required to take a COMPASS placement exam. The COMPASS placement exam is used for initial placement in general education courses.
 
  • The placement test is designed to measure skills in reading, writing, basic math, and for some majors, Algebra.
  • The placement test is not an admissions test that can be passed or failed.
  • Placement scores are used to indicate whether review is necessary in the areas of reading, writing, and/or math.
  • If review is indicated, Learning Support classes along with individualized tutoring are available to increase the basic skill levels to meet the standards for college-level classes.
COMPASS is a self-paced, computerized test which allows the student to proceed at his/her own pace. Therefore, one student might require more or less time than another student for completion. We suggest students allow approximately one and a half to two hours for the entire COMPASS test.

How do I prepare for the COMPASS Placement Test?
There are a variety of ways to prepare for the COMPASS test. Listed below are links that will help in preparation for the test:
 
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Click here to schedule online or call us at 912-443-5716.