• Placement Testing
• ESL Placement Testing
• GED
• ACE/GMCT
• ATB (Ability to Benefit)/Wonderlic
• Placement Testing on-site at local district feeder high schools
• Evaluation of placement test results from other 2-year colleges
• Proctoring Services for Distance Learning Exams

Placement Tests: English, Math and Chemistry
The Placement Tests are designed to assess the current reading, writing, math and chemistry skills of new and continuing students wanting to enroll in an English, Math, or Chemistry course while attending Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC). The results from your placement tests determine your eligibility to enroll in courses that are appropriately matched to your skill level. In addition, several multiple measures are also considered when determining course placement. http://www.santarosa.edu/app/placement/English-Math-Chemistry/. Assessment Services will accept placement test results from other 2-year colleges for evaluation. Fax your official placement test result to Assessment Services at (707) 524-1638.

ESL (English as a Second Language) Placement Test
ESL Placement Testing is offered at the Assessment Services Centers on the Santa Rosa and Petaluma campuses, http://www.santarosa.edu/app/placement/English-as-Second-Language/. An appointment is required for the ESL Placement Test at the Santa Rosa Campus; contact the ESL Testing Specialist for more information at (707) 527-4881. No appointments are necessary at the Petaluma Campus, and drop-in is available on specific days and times. For information regarding ESL testing at the Petaluma Campus call (707) 778-3908. Check the testing schedule for dates, times and locations.

Algebra Competency Exam (ACE)
The Intermediate Algebra Competency Exam (ACE) is offered to students new to Santa Rosa Junior College (SRJC) who need to fulfill the SRJC math requirement for an Associate Degree. The ACE is a 30 question exam with a time limit of 2 hours and 45 minutes. The test covers topics from intermediate algebra. Non-graphics calculators are provided, but graphing calculators are not allowed. Please be advised that this exam is not transferable, and it is not part of the math course sequence. Students will be allowed to attempt the exam twice per term. In the event that a student does not pass the exam on the first attempt, a personalized study plan and review material will be provided within the online testing program to assist in preparation for the second attempt. This student plan will be available for 16 weeks. The ACE is not a Placement Test. In addition, the ACE does not apply to the SRJC math course sequence, and it is not transferable.

Catalog rights determine which math competency exam a student may complete. To make an appointment or for more information contact Assessment & GED Services at (707) 527-4661.

Graduation Math Competency Exam (GMCT)
The Math Competency Exam is offered to students ready to graduate and who have not fulfilled the SRJC Math requirement for the A.A./A.S. degree. A score of 24 out of 40 is required to pass this exam. Students who do not achieve a passing score will be allowed to retest in the following Fall, Spring, or Summer term. Students who are currently enrolled in an SRJC course may drop-in to the College Skills Department for tutoring and instruction. The GMCT is not a Placement Test. In addition, the GMCT does not apply to the SRJC math course sequence, and it is not transferable.

Catalog rights determine which math competency exam a student may complete. To make an appointment or for more information contact Assessment & GED Services at (707) 527-4661.

Ability to Benefit Test (ATB)/Wonderlic
Students, who are interested in receiving financial aid, must take the ATB/Wonderlic test if they do not have a high school diploma or GED. To make an appointment to take the ATB/Wonderlic test please contact one of the Assessment Services Centers. On the day of the test you will be required to show photo identification. To make an appointment or for more information contact Assessment & GED Services at (707) 527-4661.

GED (General Educational Development) Tests

Proctoring Services for Distance Learning Exams
Contact Assessment Services at (707) 527-4661 to schedule an appointment to have a Distance Learning exam proctored at SRJC. Proctoring services detail.

High School Advanced Placement Exam
If you have taken the Advanced Placement exams and your test scores are 3 or higher, you are exempt from taking the placement test. Complete a Prerequisite Equivalency Form and submit it to Admissions and Records. You are strongly encouraged to consult with a counselor about Campus specific provisions for AP credit.

High School Placement Testing
Assessment Services visits several high schools and administers the English, and Math placement tests to their seniors during the spring semester. Please contact the Testing Coordinator at (707) 521-7823 to schedule a visit or for more information.

Evaluation of Placement Test Results from Other Two-Year Colleges
Placement test results from other two-year colleges will be accepted for evaluation. Fax your official placement test result to Assessment Services Santa Rosa Campus at (707) 524-1638, or at the Petaluma Campus at (707) 778-3910.

Special Accommodations
If you have a verifiable disability and require special accommodations for the placement or ATB tests, please contact the Disability Resources Department at the Santa Rosa Campus at (707) 527-4278 or the Petaluma Campus at (707) 778-2430.

Questions or comments about this page may be directed to pnasseem@santarosa.edu.