Frequently Asked Questions: Placement Testing
Q. Must I take the placement tests?
A. All students who are pursuing a degree or seeking to enroll in Freshman English (ENG 101) must test, unless they
- have previously received an associate or bachelor’s degree* OR
- are a high school graduate and have completed a course equivalent to Finger Lakes Freshman English with a grade of C- or better* OR
- are a high school graduate and have received advanced placement credit for Freshman English with a minimum score of 3* OR
- are a high school graduate who scored 500 or higher on the SAT verbal exam or a 21 or higher on the ACT English/writing exam* OR
- are a re-entry student who previously completed Freshman English and/or the Basic Skills tests at Finger Lakes.
*A transcript noting successful completion must be received by the Admissions Office prior to your registration date.
Q. How do I sign up for testing?
A. Once you apply to the College and establish your WebAdvisor account, you will find a list of testing dates/times on WebAdvisor.
Q. How do I get my WebAdvisor account?
A. Go to Web Advisor and
- click on “Guest Access.”
- click on “what’s my password,”
- choose “I’m new to WebAdvisor, set up my password.”
- enter your FLCC ID number (found on your acceptance letter) or enter your Social Security number.
- follow the steps to determine your temporary password which will be sent to the email address you select (DO NOT SELECT THE AXP.FLCC.EDU option).
Q. How long does the test take?
A. We recommend that students allow a minimum of 2 hours for testing. In cases where math or music tests are also administered, 2 ½ hours is more likely.
Q. Is there a fee for taking the tests?
A. Basic skills testing is offered without charge.
Q. I am an online student and live too far away to come to FLCC for testing. What can I do?
A. To take the test from your current geographic location, you will need to identify a testing proctor. Guidance counselors, college testing centers, & librarians will often serve in the role of proctor. Ask the proctor to contact us at center@flcc.edu; we will provide the proctor with instructions for administering the test. Please keep in mind that our placement testing specialist is a part time employee so a response to the proctor may take a day or two.
Q. When will I receive the test results?
A. Students learn their test results from an advisor at registration. Please note that test scores cannot be shared by telephone.