Testing Center Location

The Testing Center is located on the MJC West Campus in Yosemite Hall, Room 147 at 2201 Blue Gum Avenue (Carpenter and Blue Gum) Modesto, CA 95358.  This is the only location that administers the assessment tests. Most testing is done during regular business hours, though evening and weekend sessions are offered on a limited basis before each registration. The testing phone number is (209) 575-7728.

Why Test?

Assessment testing is one of many measures used by college personnel to help you select appropriate courses. Testing may also be used to satisfy certain course prerequisites. Testing is free, however, other tests offered through the Testing Center may require a fee.

Individuals planning to attend Modesto Junior College may either be a returning student or a new student who has submitted an admission application to the Admissions office. Students must wait until it is processed before testing. Additionally, students should test at least 10 days prior to any advising, StartSmart orientation or registration date. All students need to set up counseling and orientation appointments after completing all assessments. To set an appointment orientation please call the Welcome Center at 575-6789. For counseling call 575-6080.

Who Needs Testing

All new MJC students need to test. The MDTP math and Accuplacer English and Reading tests used for testing. Any students whose educational goals include the following are required to complete assessment.

• an associate degree
• a vocational or technical certificate
• undecided
• completing requirements for university transfer
• Learning job skills
• improving basic skills

In addition, students who have completed 15 units or more, regardless of their educational goals, are also expected to complete testing.

After assessing, most students will receive a printed copy of their scores. Scores cannot be given by phone, but may be given if a student arrives in person with appropriate picture identification.

Exemption From Testing

You may be exempt from testing if you:

• have an associate degree or higher; or
• have taken other college math, chemistry, English composition or ESL classes and have submitted transcripts to the Records Office 10 days prior to their registration date; or
• are enrolling only in activity classes, apprenticeship classes, employer-required classes, classes to maintain a certificate or license, GED or other non-credit classes, have completed fewer than 15 units, or if their goals are personal enrichment, including intellectual, recreational, or cultural.

NOTE: Most math and English Composition courses require assessment or prerequisite course completion.

MJC Testing Center
West Campus
Yosemite Hall, Room 147
2201 Blue Gum Avenue
Modesto, CA 95358
 
Phone: (209) 575-7728
Fax:     (209) 575-7776

Assessment Test Dates & Practice Questions