Frequently Asked Questions About Math Placement:

Can I get more information about the placement exam and the math courses at Edinboro?

When do I get placed for a course and when are the make-up exams?

·         Ideally, all incoming students are placed at orientation by taking an exam on the computer.  It takes about 20 minutes.

·         If you missed orientation, please come to a make-up session.  Select this link for updated times.

·         If you change your major, your placement may need to change.  Email Dr. Quinn at quinna@edinboro.edu to discuss a change.

·         If you scored too low on the test, we cannot sign you in with a pink prereq sheet.  However, you can study on your own and take the test a second time.  (You get two tries.)

How do I know my placement?

·         You should get a printout at orientation.

·         If you can’t find the printout, just try scheduling for your desired course.  If you get in, you’ve been placed for it.

·         If you get a “prereq” error when trying to schedule, you probably were either never placed or were placed for MATH020.   You may contact Records and Registration or any Department secretary to find out your placement.  Call the Mathematics Department if you want advice.

 

Is “placement” the same as “scheduling”?

 

·         No. Once you’ve been told what class we suggest for you, you must pick the time slot and actually schedule it.

If my major calls for MATH104, Finite Mathematics, but I wish to take a harder class, can I do so?

·         Your score and your major may automatically place you for MATH104.  However, with the permission of your advisor and of the Placement Director Dr Quinn (quinna@edinboro.edu), you may be allowed to schedule for a more advanced course.

Can I test out of MATH104?

·         As with any college course, you may pass a course by exam.  Forms and procedures are available at Records and Registration or in the Mathematics Department.

 

 What is covered in MATH104 and is algebra required for MATH104?

·         Please select this link for More Information.