English and Math Placement
English Placement
Students are placed in classes based on the proof of English level they submitted with their admission application. Students can refer to their Pre-Arrival Information for more details about their English placement.
Exception: Students who applied before before July 1, 2023 and did not submit proof of their current English level will need to take an English proficiency test prior to orientation. Contact IntlAdmissions@seattlecolleges.edu for guidance.
Math Directed Self-Placement (DSP)
Applicants to Seattle Colleges are not required to demonstrate math proficiency at the time of admission. However:
- University Transfer and High School Completion Plus students must complete Math DSP prior to registering for their second quarter of full-time college study
- Students wishing to enroll in a Career Training program must complete Math DSP before admission to their specific program can be confirmed
- IP Short-Term Certificate students might need to complete Math DSP, depending on the specialization and classes they select
Also, though the ALEKS test is no longer being used, ALEKS scores will be honored and can be used for placement one year from the date of the completed exam.Exemption From Math DSP
Students can waive Math DSP and meet math proficiency requirements any time by submitting one of the following test scores or transcripts, issued within the last three years:
Seattle Colleges uses Math DSP to evaluate math proficiency. DSP is not a test, but a tool that helps you evaluate your own skills in Math, to make sure you are placed at the correct level. Please visit your campus website for more details: North | Central | South.