ACCUPLACER ESL

ACCUPLACER ESL is a multiple-choice format (except for WritePlacer, the written essay assessment). There’s no time limit. Questions are presented based on individual's skill level. The response to each question drives the difficulty level of the next question. It’s important to give each question as much thought as possible before selecting an answer.

MDC Local Tests 1 and 2
Two tests comprised of 10 and 20 questions measure a student’s basic English grammar and vocabulary competency through recognition items.

ESL Reading Skills - Practice Sample Questions
The test, comprised of 20 questions, measures a student's ability to read English through the comprehension of short passages.

ESL Language Use - Practice Sample Questions
The test is comprised of 20 questions, measures a student's proficiency in using correct grammar in English sentences.

WritePlacer ESL (Written Essay) - Practice Sample Questions
The test measures the ability to write effectively. The writing sample will be scored on the basis of how effectively it communicates a whole message to the readers for the stated purpose. The score is based on the ability to express, organize and support opinions and ideas, not the position taken on the essay topic. The following five characteristics of writing will be considered:

Focus: The clarity with which the main idea or point of view is maintained
Organization: The clarity with which the response is structured and presented in a logical sequence of ideas
Development and Support: The extent to which ideas are elaborated and the extent to which supporting details are presented
Sentence Structure: The effectiveness of the sentence structure
Mechanical Conventions: The extent to which the writing is free of errors in usage and mechanics

For more information please visit the CollegeBoard website.

The ACCUPLACER ESL is used for the following:

►	English for Academic Purposes (EAP)	View Score Scale
►	Remote Testing

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Retest Procedure:

ACCUPLACER ESL scores are valid for one year. If a student does not use these scores for course placement during that time, retesting will be required. For initial placement, students may retest once on the ACCUPLACER ESL test battery, beginning with Reading Skills, or they can retake WritePlacer ESL alone. A retesting fee will apply. Students may not retest on the Local Test sections. Retesting must occur prior to enrollment or by the 100% refund date each semester. Students who have already begun EAP instruction may be referred for retesting on an individual basis by the department chairperson.

ACCUPLACER ESL Schedule:

	AVAILABLE ▼	DAY ▼	TIME ▼
Hialeah Testing	Walk-in basis	M, T, W, R	8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Hialeah Testing	Walk-in basis	F	8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Homestead Testing	Walk-in basis	M, T, W	8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
		R	8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
		F	8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
InterAmerican Testing	Walk-in basis	M, T, W, R	8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
InterAmerican Testing	Walk-in basis	F	8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Kendall Testing	Walk-in basis	M, T, W, R	8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Kendall Testing	Walk-in basis	F	8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Medical Testing	By appointment	M, T, W, R, F	By appointment
MEEC Testing	Walk-in basis	M	8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
MEEC Testing	Walk-in basis	W	3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
North Testing	Walk-in basis	M, T, W	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
		R	8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
		F	8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
West Testing	Walk-in basis	M, W, R	8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
		T	8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
		F	8:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Wolfson Testing	Walk-in basis	M, T, W, R	9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wolfson Testing	Walk-in basis	F	9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Note:

Examinees must be checked-in and seated by the time scheduled in order to begin the test. Examinees will then have adequate time to finish the test in a reasonable period or within the Testing Office Hours of Operation.

Auxiliary Aids and Modifications

Auxiliary Aids and Modifications:

Under certain circumstances, arrangements for auxiliary aids and modifications are permissible. The College makes every reasonable effort to ensure equal access to educational opportunities and experiences for candidates with documented disabilities. These services can include:

Sign language interpreters
Adaptive or assistive technology
Note takers
and more

An ACCESS representative can help eligible candidates identify and arrange for accommodations that ensure success.

Instructions for Auxiliary Aids and Modifications:

Candidate presents documentation to ACCESS department.
ACCESS department intakes documentation.
Accommodations are determined.
ACCESS department informs Testing Center about candidate's accommodations.
Candidate contacts Testing Center to schedule the test with accommodations.
Testing Center plans for accommodated testing needs.
Candidate tests.

Fees:

		PAY▼	FEE▼

ACCUPLACER ESL (Beginning Fall 2016)	First attempt for placement no charge.	MDC	NO FEE
ACCUPLACER ESL (Beginning Fall 2016)	Placement purposes (retakes).	MDC	$20

Remote Placement Testing for Other Institutions

This fee is used for testing examinees from other institutions or agencies or for employment purposes - e.g. ACCUPLACER, ALEKS, CSP, PERT, TABE, Wisconsin Placement Exams. Maximum scheduled administration time is three hours. Plus $15.00 for each additional hour or fraction thereof. This fee includes sending scores to other institutions or agencies (all attempts).
Note: This fee is not used for course related testing such as Distance Learning Examinations.

MDC

$45
Minimum

Score Report

Official score reports to examinees, another institution, or an agency (all requests). Must fill-in and submit a Test Scores Release Form. For remote requests select and submit the form to District location.
Note: Remote requests are to pay the fee online via the following link Test Score Report.

MDC

$10

Note:

Testing fees are subject to change.

MDC testing fees are non-refundable/non-transferable. Examinees must pick up a payment form at the Testing Center and submit it to the Bursar’s Office prior to taking an MDC fee related test. The testing fee payment can be made with cash, money order, or credit/debit card. Make sure to save the receipt for proof of payment.