Phillips Community College of the University of Arkansas (PCCUA) uses placement scores, and in some instances, additional measures to enroll students in college-level coursework. PCCUA can use ACT, SAT, CLT and Next-Generation (NG) ACCUPLACER scores to determine students’ skill levels in English, reading, and math.
Students must achieve a score of 19 or higher on the ACT in English, reading, and math, or the equivalent score on the SAT, CLT or NG ACCUPLACER, to enroll in college-level courses in each area. Students who do not meet these placement standards will be assessed using Multiple Measures, which may include high school GPA or grades in specific courses, to determine eligibility for college-level courses.
See Appendix A for placement chart.
See Appendix A for placement chart.
Developmental Education
The Developmental Education program prepares students for success in college-level coursework by strengthening foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Students who do not meet college-level placement requirements (see Appendix A: Placement Chart) must enroll in the appropriate developmental courses before taking gateway English, mathematics, or related courses. Students pursuing a degree, diploma, or certificate are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor before registration to develop an academic plan, and with advisor approval, may be eligible to enroll in selected college-level courses while completing developmental requirements.
The Developmental Education program prepares students for success in college-level coursework by strengthening foundational skills in reading, writing, and mathematics. Students who do not meet college-level placement requirements (see Appendix A: Placement Chart) must enroll in the appropriate developmental courses before taking gateway English, mathematics, or related courses. Students pursuing a degree, diploma, or certificate are encouraged to meet with an academic advisor before registration to develop an academic plan, and with advisor approval, may be eligible to enroll in selected college-level courses while completing developmental requirements.