Course Placement

The computerized placement assessment, in combination with prior high school and college experience or other test scores, will determine what classes you begin with at Great Bay Community College, so you want to do your very best.

The assessment consists of:

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Mathematics (two sections)
  • Writing Sample
  • Computer Skills (for some majors)

If you are a student with a documented disability, please contact Accessibility Services and submit documentation before you register for the assessment.

English Language Learners should contact Siri Dumont, ELL and International Student Support Coordinator, before registering for the assessment.

    1. Determine which sections you will need through the placement waiver chart (see Placement Waivers section below), certificate placement chart, or contact Admissions
    2. Learn about the Accuplacer and/or the Computer Skills Placement
    3. Do some review (see Accuplacer Placement Preparation section below). A little bit goes a long way and can save you time and money!
    4. Schedule the ACCUPLACER assessment via Navigate here.  Email greatbaycaps@ccsnh.edu if you need a different time or to setup remote testing.
      If you would like to do the Accuplacer remotely, check your system requirements at Accuplacer and Zoom. Please use the option to join with video.
    5. Bring a photo ID (such as a state issued driver’s license) to the assessment.