Exemptions from Placement Testing

Students must meet at least one of the criteria below to be exempted from testing in that area.

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. Scores are subject to approval. Fax to: 845-574-4397
SAT, ACT or NYS Regents Exam - Official copies of test scores must be submitted to Admissions and the Request for Waiver of the Placement Test submitted to Placement and Assessment. Scores older than three (3) years cannot be considered for a test exemption.

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

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