Placement Testing

Academic placement testing is required of all full time students. Tranfer and part-time students are evaluated on an individual basis to determine testing needs.

About COMPASS
Illinois Central College uses a computer-adaptive testing system from American College Testing (ACT) called COMPASS which includes three tests: Math, English, and Reading. The testing is used as a guide for placement in the appropriate level of class and is not pass/fail, but a tool to assure your educational success. As this test is adaptive, each student receives a different number of items. After you respond to each item, COMPASS then selects another item for you of appropriate difficulty. COMPASS is designed for individuals with little or no computer experience.

The test session will last approximately 2 to 3 hours. The average time for each individual test is 35 minutes
This test is untimed. You are encouraged to take as much time as you need
Scratch paper and calculators are provided for you
Photo ID is required to take the test
There is no charge for placement testing
Reservations are required
Results are available a few minutes after completing the test
A study guide is available with a few sample questions from each subject area (Math, English, and Reading).

Retest Policy
You can take one or all of the tests over one time. Reasons for Retest:

If it has been two or more years since you tested
If you have taken the test once, time has elapsed and you have studied or gained more information, and you strongly feel that your scores could improve

How do I sign up?
Testing is available at all ICC campuses. Call the campus of your choice for available test times and to make a reservation. Reservation are required at all campuses

East Peoria:
1 College Drive
East Peoria, IL 61635-0001
(309) 694-5234
Testing Center, Room L222

Downtown Peoria:
115 SW Adams Street, Perley Building, Room 120
Peoria, IL 61635-0001
(309) 999-4540

ICC North:
5407 N University Street, Cedar Hall
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 690-6870