Advising/Placement
In order to promote student success in mathematics, the Mathematics Division will make every effort to help place students at the appropriate level. Students may select among the options listed below for placement:
COMPASS*
A computerized placement test. Click
here for more information.
Direct link to sample questions, click
here.
Entrance Exams*
If the COMPASS assessment does not accurately reflect your ability in mathematics, you may take an Entrance Exam.
(* Students taking assessments are strongly encouraged to review and practice prior to testing. Click here for more information and resources for review.)
High School Transcript
If you are a recent high school graduate (within one year), or a running start student from Auburn, Enumclaw, Kent, Renton, Sumner or Tahoma, click here to find information about using your high school transcript for GRCC math placement.
Advanced Placement (AP) Test Scores
Click here for GRCC's placement policy regarding AP scores.