Math Placement Testing | ALEKS® PPL

  1. Take the practice test: Login to myMCC, scroll to the bottom right-hand side of the page to the purple box that says: Math Placement Test.
  2. Decide if you want to review math concepts, if you do work through the prep and learning modules.
  3. Schedule and take the official test.
  4. If you want to try for a better score, work in the Prep and Learning Modules.
  5. Schedule a retake. A maximum of 4 placement tests are allowed.

What course will I take based on my ALEKS placement score?

ALEKS Placement Scores
If your score on the ALEKS placement test is Then you may enroll in the following course(s)
0-13 MAT 090
14-29 MAT 095-Elementary Algebra, or MAT 020 with MAT 120, or MAT 050 with MAT 150
30-45 MAT 099-Intermediate Algebra OR MAT 020 with MAT 120, or MAT 050 with MAT 150
46-60 Math level 1: (MAT 120, MAT 150, MAT 161*, MAT 165*, MAT 201*)
61-75 Math level 2: (MAT 166*, MAT 170*, MAT 171*, MAT 220*)
76-100 Math level 3: (MAT 175*)

*A score of 46 or above on the ALEKS placement test satisfies the geometry prerequisite for these courses.You will be permitted to enroll in any course at or below your score range. Your score should be posted in your account the next business morning. These cut scores are subject to change.

You will be permitted to enroll in any course at or below your score range. Your score should be posted in your account the next business morning. These cut scores are subject to change.

Prepare for Math Placement Testing

Taking ALEKS placement tests

  • How do I get started taking my math placement tests?
    • You must have your myMCC username and password to take your ALEKS PPL math placement. MCC sends you this information two to three days after you apply to MCC. If you need assistance with your username and password, call Registration at (815) 455-8588. You will not be able to take this test without accessing your myMCC account.
    • Take the ALEKS practice test - there's a link to your practice test in myMCC, in the lower right corner of the homepage. You can take your practice test on your own anywhere that you have an internet connection. The practice test familiarizes you with the testing experience and allows the system to draw up a preparation and learning plan for you.
    • Decide if you want to score higher on your official official math placement test. If you do, work through the ALEKS prep and learning modules.

      Drop in to a ALEKS coaching session Tuesdays (10 a.m.-2 p.m. in A343 or Zoom) and Wednesdays (1-5 p.m. in A343 or Zoom) through August 4

      You may purchase Mathematics Review Manuals in the MCC Bookstore for around $5.

    • Schedule your official math placement test
  • What should I do if my ALEKS class is inactive?

    Once you start your placement process, your ALEKS account will become inactive in 12 months. If your account is inactive, call the Testing Center at (815) 455-8984 for assistance.

  • What if I need accommodations to take my placement tests?

Retaking your ALEKS placement test