Note that all incoming freshmen have the option to take the math assessment, which is optional (NOT mandatory). This is not a test, and therefore is not done for a grade: it is simply designed to help you find the right math course for you in your first semester at WSSU.
When you meet with your Academic Success Counselor (ASC), he or she will guide you as to whether you should take the math assessment. You should take it if your advisor says to do so. If they have approved it, reach out to us, and we will first enter you into the Canvas assessment page so that you can access the math assessment.
Here is a brief 3-part summary about the math assessment:
PART I. By default, as an entering WSSU freshmen student you will be placed and enrolled in College Algebra (MAT 1311). Therefore, this Math Assessment is optional. You do not have to take the assessment, and you will not be penalized in any way if you choose not to take it.
PART II. . The Math Assessment is optional, and should be taken if your Academic Success Counselor (i.e. your course advisor who helps you register for classes) recommends that you take it. The Math Assessment takes 1.5 hours to complete, although there is a minimum required 30-45 minutes of preparation time, using the online math guide provided, that must be done beforehand.
PART III. Coordinate with your WSSU Academic Success Counselor to determine if you should take the Math Assessment. If your intended pre-major is one of the following, you should strongly consider taking it: Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Exercise Science (Physical Therapy track), Nursing, Mathematics.
Should you need additional information regarding placement testing, please contact the Testing and Proctoring Center Manager, James Pao at (336) 750-2390 or paojh@wssu.edu or stop by the office in the Student Success Center at Hill Hall, room 330.
