Assessment
- Accuplacer Information
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See: Assessment Brochure PDF 
See: Study Guides to prepare for testing
See: Testing Dates for a test schedule
Assessments are scheduled regularly on weekday mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Saturdays are also available on a limited basis.
The Assessment Brochure PDF has information that will help you learn more about the assessment testing process.
Northern Essex Community College is committed to student success by ensuring that every student is assessed and placed in courses which are appropriate to their level of academic skills. By testing the reading, writing, and math skill levels of new students, NECC is better able to ensure appropriate course placement. See the ‘Accuplacer’ sidebar on the right to learn more about the assessment testing tool.
The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education mandates that basic skills tests in reading, writing, and mathematics are required for new students registering for credit courses. Assessment testing is required for any of the following:
- If you enroll in a degree or certificate program
- If you enroll in any math, developmental reading or English Composition I course
- Before you complete six credits
