No. The placement test does not determine whether you can attend Wake Tech; it lets us know your skill levels. The test determines whether you will start with college-level credit courses or be required to complete any transition courses before starting college-level credit courses.

Testing at another college or university may be possible. Please check with the North Carolina community college where you wish to test to see if they will allow you to take the test at their location.

No, you may not take the RISE placement test. If you are an enrolled student with concerns in your course placement, please see an advisor to discuss your options.

Retesting is permitted only when there is evidence of extenuating circumstances during initial testing or when the scores do not seem indicative of the student's current skill level. Students wishing to retest must get permission to retest from an advisor, and they are not allowed to test more than two times in one year.

Yes. While placement tests do not determine whether you will be admitted to Wake Tech, they do determine your course placement. Preparing yourself for the placement test, by reviewing and taking practice tests, can save you lots of time and money.

The ACCUPLACER ESL placement test is a computer-based, untimed test that measures multiple levels of English proficiency. Students are tested in language use and reading skills. The test is used to appropriately place students in English as a Foreign Language courses.

The English as a Foreign Language department at Wake Tech recommends that all students for whom English is not a native language take the ESL placement test.

A variety of websites offer sample tests and help you prepare.

Each tier of the placement test may take up to one hour. Plan for testing to last anywhere from two to five hours.

There is no charge for placement testing.

You may use the calculator that Wake Tech provides you. Personal calculators are not allowed.

Please bring a photo ID.

The RISE placement test consists of English and math sections.

Contact Disability Support Services at 919-866-5670 to request accommodations.

The test proctor will print your test results for you as soon as you have finished the test.