Placement Testing
Placement testing can be conducted in-person or via Examity, ACCUPLACER’s approved online remote live testing service. To utilize Examity, specific technology requirements must be met. It is not possible to test remotely on tablets, cell phones, or on computers that do not meet requirements.
- Browser:
Google Chrome v39 or later, Firefox v34 or later, Internet Explorer v8 or later, Microsoft Edge, Apple Safari v6 or later. Please disable your pop-up blocker. - Operating System:
Windows 7 or later, Mac OS 10.8 or later - Equipment:
Desktop or laptop computer (tablets are not supported)
Built-in or external webcam, microphone and speakers
2GB or more of RAM - Internet Connection:
An upload and download speed of 2Mbps
Contact Lake Land College’s Testing Center at 217-234-5301 and tell them you’re interested in taking ACCUPLACER tests with Examity.
- Once Lake Land College approves your request, you will receive an email from ACCUPLACER with your voucher code. This voucher code will allow you to schedule and take your exam.
- Click the Examity link in the email which will bring you to the Examity registration page. Enter your first name, last name, email and hit register.
- Once you’ve registered, you will receive a confirmation email with login credentials from Examity. You will then log into the Examity dashboard. From here, you will set up a profile and schedule your exam using the voucher code provided.
The Examity student guide and Examity video tour will provide additional information.
To schedule a test or for more information, call 217-234-5301 or email tutoringandtesting@lakelandcollege.edu. Students who have a documented disability can make arrangements for test accommodations by contacting the Office of Student Accommodations at 217-234-5259. Students are encouraged to review the placement test study guide in order to prepare for the test.
Students may retest twice per academic year, at a minimal fee, but must wait a minimum of 48 hours between retests. The current fee is $5.00 per retest. The Testing Center only accepts cash or check. Please reach out to the center if there is a financial barrier to retesting for options.
Interpreting Test Scores
To determine placement in reading, English and math, match your score on the ACT/SAT or LLC placement test with the appropriate range of scores below. Counselors will review this information with you at your orientation/advising appointment. To discuss your placement scores or for additional information regarding degree requirements, please call Counseling Services at 217-234-5232.
If placement test scores require enrollment in a reading course, students must enroll in the required course for their first semester at Lake Land College.
Reading/English Requirements
| ACT | SAT | NEXT – GEN ACCUPLACER | CLASSIC ACCUPLACER | NO ENGLISH REQUIREMENT PROGRAMS – REQUIRED COURSE | ENGLISH REQUIREMENT PROGRAMS – REQUIRED COURSE |
| 0 – 17 | 200 – 470 | 200 – 250 | RDG 20 – 78 ENG 20 – 63 | RDG 039 OR ENG 119 | ENG 119 |
| 18+ | 480+ | 251 – 300 | RDG 79 – 120 ENG 64 – 120 | NONE Required | ENG 120 |
Math Requirements
| ACT | SAT | NEXT – GEN ACCUPLACER | CLASSIC ACCUPLACER | Required Course |
| 0-21 | 200-520 | QAS 200 – 262 | Elem Algebra 20 – 96 | MAT 115, 124 Courses with intermediate algebra integrated |
| 22+ | 530+ | QAS 263-300 AAF 200+ | Elem Algebra 97-120 College Level 20+ | MAT 116,118,125 Courses with math literacy (116/125 only) or intermediate algebra prerequisite |
| 19-21 | 500-520 | QAS 250 – 262 | Elem Algebra 57-96 College Level 20-59 | MAT 129 |
| 22-24 | 530-610 | QAS 263 – 300 AAF 200-249 | Elem Algebra 97 – 120 College Level 20 – 59 | MAT 130 Course with intermediate algebra prerequisite |
| 25-26 | 620-640 | AAF 250 – 275 | College Level 60 – 102 | MAT 132, 160, 210, 211 Courses with college algebra prerequisite |
| 22-26 | 530-640 | QAS 263 – 300 AAF 200 – 275 | Elem Algebra 97 – 120 College Level 20 – 102 | MAT 140 Course with intermediate algebra prerequisite |
| 27+ | 650+ | AAF 276 – 300 | College Level 103 – 120 | MAT 241 Courses with college algebra and trig prerequisites |
Students with scores of 250 in English will be honored for placement in to English 120 for the 2025-2026 academic year, with full implementation set to go into effect in the 2026-2027 academic year. Students not already registered will need to be “blue carded”. Dual Credit will also be honored for registration at this placement level.
Students will be placed based off of their HIGHEST score. However, we recommend that students are advised on their options and that students with conflicting Reading and English scores be advised of their options to take EITHER ENG 119 or ENG 120 based on their own confidence for success
Placement by Completing a Transitional Math Course
Students who completed a high school transitional math course during your senior year in high school and earned a grade of C or better you are eligible for placement as follows.
TM001 – STEM
- Eligible to enroll in MAT 115, MAT 116, MAT 118, MAT 125, MAT 129
TM002 – Quantitative
- Eligible to enroll in MAT 115 or MAT 124
TM003 – Tech Math
- Eligible to enroll in Vocational Math Courses
Placement by GED Exam
(for GED Exams taken after January 1, 2014)
Students with a Reasoning through Language Arts (RLA) score of a 165 or higher will be placed into ENG 120 and will be exempt from taking reading courses.
Students with a Mathematical Reasoning score of a 165 or higher will be eligible to enroll in MAT 116, MAT 118, MAT 125, MAT 130 or MAT 140.
To utilize GED scores for placement, students must submit a GED transcript to the Lake Land College Admissions and Records Office or to an academic counselor during your orientation advising session.