English Composition and Mathematics Placement Test

Students scoring below 21 on the ACT Mathematics sub-test will not be allowed to register for MATH 103 or higher. Students will be placed in ASC 091, ASC 092 or ASC 093 based on their ACT Mathematics sub-test score. Students have the option of taking the ACCUPLACER Placement test for consideration of placement in a higher math course if they choose. Test arrangements can be made through the Dickinson State University Technology Resource & Education Center or by calling (701) 483-2166.

Students scoring below 18 on the ACT English sub-test will not be allowed to register for ENGL 110. Students will be placed in ASC 087 or ENGL 110/ASC 088 based on their ACT English sub-test score.  Students scoring between 14-17 on the ACT English sub-test have the option of taking the ACCUPLACER “Writeplacer” Placement test for consideration of placement in ENGL 110/ASC 088 if they choose. Test arrangements can be made through the Dickinson State University Technology Resource & Education Center or by calling (701) 483-2166.

Consistent with SBHE Policy 402.1.1 the following students are exempt from this procedure:

1.  Students age 25 or older on the first day of class.

2.  Students from foreign countries other than Canada.

3.  Students transferring 24 or more semester credits accepted into a degree program at the receiving campus.

4.  Campuses may require additional placement qualifications of these subgroups.

Students who successfully complete a required remedial course or final course in a remedial sequence with a grade of “C” or higher that fulfills a prerequisite for MATH 103 or ENGL 110 will be deemed to have met the prerequisite to enroll in MATH 103 or ENGL 110.