Placement Testing - Next-Generation ACCUPLACER

What is the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER?

  • Next-Generation ACCUPLACER is an academic placement test.  Your scores are used to determine course placement in Math and Writing.    
  • Next-Generation ACCUPLACER tests use a multiple-choice format.  
  • Find other answers to questions you might have at our Next-Generation ACCUPLACER FAQ page.  

    How do I register for Next-Generation ACCUPLACER?

    • After the Admissions or Registrar's Office determines that testing is necessary, contact the Testing Advisor (Susan.Satter@sdsmt.edu) to make an appointment to take Next-Generation ACCUPLACER. For students taking this exam for admissions/placement purposes, there is no charge. 

    TEST Location Options

    • You can complete the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER testing either in-person at the SDSMT Testing center or through Zoom with the SDSMT Testing Advisor. 

    Testing at Mines

    Need placement testing help or information?
    Contact Susan Satter
    Susan.Satter@sdsmt.edu  

    TLC (Tech Learning Center)
    South Dakota School of Mines & Technology
    501 E. St. Joseph St.
    Rapid City, SD  57701-3995 

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