LSC-Montgomery Placement Test Prep

Purpose of the Placement Test

The State of Texas requires all students who attend a public institution of higher education to be assessed in the areas of reading, writing and mathematics. The Texas Success Initiative (TSI) is a state legislated program designed to improve student success in college. The purpose of placement testing is to determine your current level of skills and knowledge in reading, writing and math. This information determines the most appropriate courses for your enrollment.

Placement Tests Offered at LSC-Montgomery

Please work with an admissions expert to obtain a Test Ticket and testing schedule.

• eCOMPASS 
  Computer-adaptive test that assesses skills in reading, writing, math, and writing essay. Questions are presented based on how you responded to previous questions. This is a multiple-choice/essay test that is untimed.
• ACCUPLACER 
  Computer-adaptive placement that chooses questions on the basis of your answers to previous questions. This is a multiple-choice/essay test that is untimed.
• THEA-IBT (pilot)  
  LSC-Montgomery is piloting the THEA Internet Based Test in connection with the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.
• Quick THEA
  This paper-based test is designed to assess your skills in reading, mathematics and writing. Each section of the test is designed to measure a student’s academic skills against an established standard of competence.

Placement Test Prep

Who Has to Take the Placement Test?

All students, unless considered TSI Complete, must take a complete assessment (COMPASS, ACCUPLACER, or THEA) prior to enrolling at LSCS. Enrollment in most college-level courses requires scores high enough to place into the college-level course or students will need to complete all appropriate developmental coursework with a “C” or better. For more information about standards for TSI complete and placement test scores, please review the LSCS Catalog.

Determining Course Placement

• This is not a pass/fail test.
• A placement test helps determine appropriate academic level.
• Proper course placement during the first year is critical to fostering student success in college. Placement scores help ensure students enroll in courses that best match their academic skills and prior learning experience.
• Enrollment in most college-level courses requires meeting a minimum score or students will need to complete all appropriate developmental coursework with a “C” or better.  

Test Prep/Placement Test Workshops:

This FREE three-hour workshop provides participants with an overview of computer-based placement testing, testing strategies, and information about each portion of the test, including sample questions and how tests are scored. Fill out a request by selecting a date below to reserve your seat.

Please check in at the Courtesy Counter in the Learning Center, 2nd floor of Bldg. C.

Part I: What to Expect (30 minutes)

• Placement Test Overview
• Types of Tests Available
• Tips for Computer-Based-Testing

Part II: Sample Problems (1 hour)

• Reading, Writing and Essay 
• Pre-Algebra, Algebra, Geometry and Trig

Part III: Preparing for the Test (30 minutes)

• Day Study Plan
• Tips for Testing Day

Test Prep Schedule

Session Month	Day/Time	Building/Room Location
April 16	Tuesday, Noon-3 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
April 20	Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
April 23	Tuesday, Noon-3 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
April 27	Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
April 30	Tuesday, Noon-3 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 4	Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 7	Tuesday, Noon-3 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 11	Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 14	Tuesday, Noon-3 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 18	Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 21	Tuesday, Noon-3 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 25	Saturday, 9 a.m. - Noon	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)
May 28	Tuesday, Noon-3 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building (Bldg. C, 2nd Floor)

Placement Test Schedule:

Session Month	Day/Time	Building/Room Location
April 18	Thursday, 8:45 a.m. Thursday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
April 24	Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
April 25	Thursday, 8:45 a.m. Thursday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 1	Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 2	Thursday, 8:45 a.m. Thursday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 8	Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 9	Thursday, 8:45 a.m. Thursday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 15	Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 16	Thursday, 8:45 a.m. Thursday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 22	Wednesday, 8:45 a.m. Wednesday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204
May 23	Thursday, 8:45 a.m. Thursday, 2 p.m.	LSC-Montgomery, Student Services Building, C-204

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For more information about Placement Test Prep contact:

Deirdre Hayes-Cootz, MA
Deirdre.R.Hayes-Cootz@lonestar.edu
Interim Director, Extended Learning Center
Lone Star College-Montgomery
936.273.7303