IMPORTANT Information
•Parking - Purchase a $1.00 parking permit at the gray and/or yellow dispensers by each parking lot if needed.
•Children - Children, friends or relatives are not allowed in the testing room when the test is in session. Children may NOT be left unattended inside or outside.
•Assessment - Walk-in lab hours are for Math Levels 1, 2 & 3 and English/Reading assessment--no appointments and no early arrival needed.
•Precalculus - Precalculus math, ESL or ATB testing, arrive 10-15 minutes before the test.
•Food - Food and drinks are not allowed in the testing room.
•Math - its a good idea to review the math samples and determine which level to take before arriving to test. Levels 1, 2 and 3 are computerized. Level 4 is paper pencil test and scheduled on a different day. Those taking Level 4 should plan a on only taking English/Reading during lab hours and return when Level 4 is offered.
In an ongoing effort to serve students and to create an easily readable schedule, we will be offering tests on both campuses during the summer months. To help facilitate the schedule, we have created a separate schedule for the East Campus. On a limited basis during the following days below you may test on the East Campus especially if you are not able to come to the West Campus. West Campus Testing will continue as usual with no break in the schedule. West Campus testing services will take place simultaneously even as testing on the East Campus is taking place.
| Wed. | May 9 | MJC East, FH234 English 8:30 -*10:30 a.m. Check in ends at 10:30 a.m. Walk-in's OK. This is a computerized test. |
| Wed. | May 16 | MJC East, FH234 Math 8:30 or *10:30 a.m. Check-in time: 8:15 a.m. or 10:15 a.m. This is a paper/pencil test. |
| Wed. | May 23 | MJC East, FH 234 Math 8:30 or *10:30 a.m. Check-in time: 8:15 a.m. or 10:15 a.m. This is a paper/pencial test. |
East Campus tests will be in Founders Hall, Rm. 234.
The May 9th English test is walk-in.
The May 16th and 23rd math tests are NOT walk-in. These math tests are at 8:30 and 10:30 and the check-in times are 8:15 and 10:15. These are paper/pencil tests only--no walk-in testing available. The asterisk (*) means no check-in allowed after the hour.
| Tuesday | May 1 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Wednes | May 2 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Monday | May 7 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | May 8 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Wednes | May 9 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Monday | May 14 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | May 15 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Wednes | May 16 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Monday | May 21 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | May 22 | Testing Canceled | Office Closed |
| Wednes | May 23 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | May 29 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
| Wednes | May 30 | 8:30-*10:30 a.m. | 1:00-*3:00 p.m. |
*No check-in allowed after this hour.
------------------------------------------------
Please arrive and check in at the times indicated.
-------------------------------------------------
Precalculus Math (Level 4)
This is a 60-minute, paper pencil test--allow 75 minutes.
| Thursday | May 10 | 3:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | May 17 | 8:00 a.m. |
Arrive 10 minutes early.
--------------------------------------------------
Ability-to-Benefit (ATB)
Appointments are required. Call (209) 575-7728.
Allow at least 3 hours for testing. No calculators allowed. Results are immediate. We strongly urge you to study using the recommended online practice resources. Use the address below to find the practices. www.mjc.edu>Admissions&Testing>Assessment Testing and scroll down to "ATB Practice" test section.
| Thursday | May 3 | *1:15 - 5:00 Not a Walk in Test |
| Thursday | May 17 | *1:15 - 5:00 Not a Walk in Test |
| Thursday | May 24 | *1:15 - 5:00 Not a Walk in Test |
Arrive at 1:15 p.m. for check-in.
----------------------------------------------
English As a Second Language (ESL) Test
Take this test if you plan on taking credit English-Second-Language classes (numbered ESL 10 through ESL 48). Allow 2-3 hours for testing, however, this is an untimed test. No dictionaries allowed. Test results appear immediately after the test.
Allow 2-3 hours for testing! Arrive 15 minutes early please.
| Thursday | May 10 | *8:30 a.m. |
| Thursday | May 24 | *8:30 a.m. |
Arrive 15 minutes early please.
-------------------------------------------------
CASAS ESL FOR NON-CREDIT AND ESL 1-6
Allow 1 hour for testing. Arrive 15 minutes early please.
|
Thursday |
May 3 |
*8:30 a.m. |
|
Thursday |
May 17 |
*9:30 a.m. |
Some tests will be given on the East campus. Please check the schedule carefully.
English/Reading & Math (Level 1-2-3)
This is a free, untimed test for MJC students.
No appointments--walk-in lab hours only for these test.
Average time: English/Reading-75 minutes; Math-50 minutes
The asterisk (*) means no check-in allowed after the hour.
Walk-in Lab Hours
|
Monday |
June 4 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Tuesday |
June 5 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Wednes. |
June 6 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Monday |
June 11 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Tuesday |
June 12 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Wednes. |
June 13 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Monday |
June 18 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Tuesday |
June 19 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Wednes. |
June 20 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Monday |
June 25 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Tuesday |
June 26 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
|
Wednes. |
June 27 |
8:30 - *3:30 p.m. |
*No check-in allowed after this hour.
----------------------------------------------------
Scheduled Tests
The tests below are scheduled at specific times. These are NOT walk in lab times. Arrive at least 10 minutes ahead of time.
----------------------------------------------------
Precalculus Math (Level 4)
This is a 60-minute, paper pencil test--allow 75 minutes.
Arrive 10 minutes early.
|
|
|
|
|
Thursday |
June 7 |
10:00 a.m. |
|
Thursday |
June 28 |
3:30 p.m. |
---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
Ability-to-Benefit (ATB)
ATB testing ends June 28 unless you are in an approved program!
Appointments are required. Call (209) 575-7728.
Allow at least 3 hours for testing. No calculators allowed. Results are immediate. We strongly urge you to practice using the recommended online practice resource before testing. www.mjc.edu>Admissions&Testing>Assessment Testing and scroll down to ATB Practice test section.
|
Thursday |
June 7 |
*1:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
|
Thursday |
June 14 |
*1:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
|
Thursday |
June 21 |
*1:00 - 5:00 p.m. |
|
Thursday |
June 28 |
*8:00 - 12:00 p.m. |
This is an untimed test. Arrive 15 minutes early.
*NO ENTRANCE ALLOWED AFTER TESTING BEGINS. No exceptions.
----------------------------------------------------
English As a Second Language (ESL) Test
Allow all 3 hours for testing and advising! Arrive 15 minutes early please.
|
Thursday |
June 14 |
8:00 a.m. |
|
Thursday |
June 21 |
8:00 a.m. |
----------------------------------------------------
CASAS (ESL) Test
Allow all 3 hours for testing and advising! Arrive 15 minutes early please.
|
Thursday |
June 7 |
8:00 a.m. |
|
Thursday |
June 14 |
11:00 a.m. |
Do I check in early for the Math and English Walk-in lab?
No. Check-in begins when the lab opens. No early check-in.
Do I check in early for the Scheduled Tests?
Yes. About 5-10 minutes.
Do I need picture identification?
Picture identification is necessary for all testing. No ID? No testing. Picture identification includes: drivers License, DMV identification card, passport, credit card with picture, employee ID, Costco card, high school ID, high school year book, print-out from high school administrative office, military identification, permanent resident (green) card, and MJC student card.
What if I don't have any identification?
If you do not possess any identification, call us and we will work with you as much as possible. Keep in mind that sometimes the only solution is to either replace your ID or acquire new identification. (209) 575-7728.
Can I take the MJC assessment for another college?
Yes. It is best to check with the other college to determine if they will accept the test instruments we use. Accuplacer is used to administer the English, Reading, ATB and ESL tests here at MJC. The MDTP (Math Diagnostic Testing Project) assessment is use to administer our math assessment test. To assess for another college, a fee of $15.00 will be charged.
When can I retest?
English - If retesting, remember only ONE retest allowed after 60 or more days. You may not retest if you have already attended an English class--even if you withdrew or failed. (We check to verify this.) You cannot retest if you have already tested twice.
Math - You must wait a minimum 60 days to take the same math level again if you have not started a math class already. One retest allowed. You may, if your test report makes the recommendation, take a different level to place. But, there may be a better route for you. Check out the Math 47 half-unit class in the college catalog. The benefit is that you strengthen your weak areas, return to test and place into either a Math 70 or Math 90 class. It works!
Which tests do you use?
Accuplacer is the name of the English, reading ESL and ATB test. It is an untimed computerized test that gives you an English/Reading, ESL placement and ATB results immediately after the test.
Accuplacer's Reading test can be administered separately for students who have already satisfied an English assessment, an English class or who need it for one of the certificated programs offered at MJC or for graduation. It may be taken during any regularly scheduled English/Reading assessment. The MDTP (Mathematics Diagnostic Testing Project) is use for assessing math skills.
Do I need to take an ATB test too?
TEST ONLY IF YOU HAVE BEEN ADVISED BY THE FINANCIAL AID OFFICE!
Only test if you are told to by Financial Aid. Students testing on their own or as advised by someone else has caused us to experience. Please follow these directions to avoid issues.
An appointment is required. Call 209 575-7728.
What do I need to know about taking the ATB test?
• The ATB test is untimed. Make sure you thoroughly review the practice links to the right and read all the ATB test information before testing. Retests are limited!
• Try to test at least 10 days BEFORE you need your test scores for other MJC services.
Do you ever stop testing?
Assessment testing takes place throughout the year. We do not test on federal holidays (Columbus Day not included) or during the Christmas and Thanksgiving breaks. We generally do not test on weekends.
When do you post next month's schedule?
Each upcoming month's schedule will be posted between the 15th and 20th of the current month.
