English and Reading Assessment
Placement in English and reading can be determined through an online assessment called College Success.
Assessment Details
- Photo ID required
- Test Fee:
- No fee for 皇家华人 students (must have student ctcLink ID number)
- $10 per test for non-students
- Time: Untimed (plan to allow 1 to 1.5 hours to complete)
- Mode: Computer-based
- Process: Go to greenriver.edu/request to request testing from home, or come to the Placement & Testing Center during our open hours
Retake Rules
- Waiting Periods:
- 1 day between the initial test and the 1st retake
- 7 days between retake 1 and retake 2
- 30 days between retake 2 and retake 3, and any additional retakes
Preparation
- To prepare for the College Success assessment, students may access the College Success practice assessment.
- Click here to access the .
Placement Levels
Placement is available in the following courses with the appropriate minimum score
| Score | Placement |
|---|---|
| 50-71 | Must take CASAS |
| 72-90 | ENGL 097 |
| 82-90 | ENGL 097; TS/TS-OD 65/75/85 |
| 91-94 | READ 104/ENGL 099 |
| 91-100 | TS/SD-OD 66/76/86 |
| 95-100 | READ 104/ENGL 099 or ENGL& 101/ENGL 117 |
| 101-150 | ENGL& 101 |
^ A score of 72 or higher makes students eligible for the Directed Self Placement assessment for the next higher level course
*International students only: a score of 50-71 places you into IP 098, contact your
advisor for registration questions.
** International students only: a score of 72-81 gives you a choice between ENGL 097
or IP 098, contact your advisor to discuss your options.
IEP Bridge students must receive approval from advisor before taking College Success Reading Assessment.
Directed Self Placement
After receiving an initial placement through the College Success Reading Assessment, students scoring 72 or higher are eligible to take the Directed Self-Placement (DSP) assessment for the next higher level of reading and/or English placement. Students who are eligible for DSP will receive an email at the personal address provided when creating their College Success profile.
The DSP consists of an essay and writing prompt assignment, which are similar to what you might see in the next higher English or reading class. You will read the essay and writing prompt and answer questions about your previous experience with similar readings and writing assignments. You will also answer questions about your study skills and habits. Finally, you will complete a survey about your experience using the DSP assessment. Answer the questions as honestly as possible.
Upon completion of the DSP you will receive a recommendation of which course you should take as well as other options you may choose. You will make the final decision about which class to take and can discuss your options with an advisor during your orientation process.