Exemptions from Placement Testing

New RCC student must meet at least one of the criteria below to be exempted from testing in that area. Scores older than three (3) years cannot be considered for a test exemption.

Transfer Students may be exempted from taking the Accuplacer assessment test after review of official transcripts demonstrating proof of completing college-level math and/or English composition courses with a grade of “C” or higher from a regionally accredited college or university. Exemptions are based on a review of your college records and the specific degree program you are pursuing. Send official transcripts to Records and Registration for review. Call 845-574-4596 for additional information.

If you have taken the Accuplacer assessment at a college or university within the last two years, the scores must be faxed directly from your school. Fax to: 845-574-4397

International students with degrees from foreign universities may be required to demonstrate English proficiency.

Exemption by Test Score

Official copies of test scores must be submitted to Admissions and the Request for Waiver of the Placement Test submitted to Placement and Assessment.

English Exemption

SAT

Critical Reading 480

Critical Reading 590 (Honors program applicants)

Writing 590 (Honors program applicants)

ACT

English 20

English 25 (Honors Program Applicants)

NYS Regents

English 75

English 80 (Honors Program Applicants)

Math Exemption

SAT Math 570

SAT Math 590 (Honors Program)

ACT Math 23

NYS Regents

Algebra 2/Trigonometry 90

A “C” or higher in a calculus course

 

More information about exemptions from taking the placement exams can be found on the College website at:

http://www.sunyrockland.edu/admissions/placement-assessment/exemptions-from-accuplacer-placement-testing