San Jose City College Assessment Center

Location: Student Center,
Room SC-203 (Second Floor)
Phone: 408-288-3170

Assessment News:

Fall classes begin on August 30th.  Most new Students and all High School Students are required to complete our English and Math assessment.  Check our Assessment Calendar for available testing dates and call (408) 288-3170 to schedule your appointment. You will need your San Jose City Student ID# when calling.

ESL (English as a Second Language) TESTING
There are no more ESL testing appointments available for students wishing to attend FALL classes. ESL testing will resume in October for students wishing to attend Spring classes.

STAND-BY TESTING:
Most testing is done by appointment.  If you would like to try to test before our next available appointment, you are welcome to come in on a STANDY-BY basis. You are will still be required to have a San Jose City Student ID# when you arrive. Please arrive 30 minutes before testing to add your name to our STAND-BY list. You will be called in order IF someone does not show up for their appointment time.

Coming in on a STAND-BY basis is not a guarantee that you will get in for testing. Check our Assessment Calendar for possible testing dates.

For questions regarding the Assessment process, please refer to our FAQ’s section.

What is assessment?

Assessment is testing designed to help you determine your skill level in many academic areas including reading, writing, ESL, and mathematics. The results from your test will assist you and the Counselors in determining the appropriate courses for you to enroll in during your first semester.

You may hear your scores referred to as “Assessment Scores” or “Placement Scores.” Either way, they are just a way to help determine which classes are the best for you to start with here at San Jose City College

San Jose City College uses COMPASS, a computerized assessment for placement into English, Reading, Math and ESL courses. Assessment appointments are only open to students who have submitted their application and intend to enroll at San Jose City College.

Please explore our website further for more information on how to prepare for your Assessment, scheduling appointments and who should take our English, Math and/or ESL assessment.

Cell phones, MP3 players or any other wireless devices are not allowed in the testing room. -