Placement Exams

To complete your undergraduate degree, you'll need to fulfill specific math course requirements. 

How placement works: 

• Automatic Placement: Most students are placed into their math course automatically based on their SAT or ACT scores. 
• Placement Exam: If you haven’t taken the SAT/ACT, you must take a placement exam to determine your starting course level. 
• Optional Re-evaluation: If you have scores but would like to challenge your placement, you may choose to take an optional exam for re-evaluation. 

Important: Your first-semester course schedule cannot be finalized until your placement exams are complete or your official test scores are submitted. 

There are two different placement tests. Choose the appropriate placement test based on your major.

Math Placement

To maintain the required math sequence, Actuarial Science and Engineering students are strongly encouraged to enroll in MATH 2070 (Calculus w/ Analytic Geometry I) during their first semester, unless they have already earned equivalent transfer credit.

Before You Begin: Placement Exam Checklist 

To ensure your exam goes smoothly and your scores are recorded accurately, please review this quick checklist before clicking the "Start" button. 

1. The Essentials

• Stable Internet: Ensure you have a reliable connection. A wired connection or strong Wi-Fi is recommended. 
• Browser Check: Use the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. Avoid using a phone or tablet; a desktop or laptop is required. 
• Quiet Environment: Find a space where you won't be interrupted for at least 45–60 minutes. 

2. Permitted Materials 

• Scratch Paper & Pencil: You’ll want these for solving math problems or outlining your thoughts. 
• Calculator: Check if your specific exam allows a handheld calculator ● RMU Credentials: Have your student ID number and login info ready. 

3. Important Rules 

• One Attempt: You have one attempt to complete the exam. Do not close your browser tab until you see the "Submission Confirmed" screen. 
• Integrity: These exams are used to place you in a class where you will succeed. Please complete the work independently without outside help or unapproved resources.

Pro-Tip: Most students find it helpful to clear their browser cache and close unnecessary tabs (like Netflix or Spotify) before starting to ensure the testing platform runs at peak speed.