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Placement Test: English As Second Language

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All ESL (English as a Second Language) students who wish to register for any ESL course must take the ESL Placement Test.  Students who score 71 to 75 on the ESL reading test are advised that they may take the English (non-ESL) Placement Test. Sample test questions are available (PDF).

The ESL Placement Test is a Computerized Test. Test consists of multiple choice questions and essay. ESL test may be retaken after one year.  Results have no expiration date.

Bring photo ID, several #2 wood pencils and know their De Anza 8-digit Student ID Number. Students are advised to test well in advance of registration. Results of test may take up to 3 weeks.

Computerized Testing Test dates and times are as follows: (Test offered Monday thru Thursday and posted Saturdays)

DAY

TEST TIME

LOCATION

No Appointments. Drop-in testing anytime during listed hours.

 

Monday through Thursday

Arrive anytime between 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

SCS 143
* exception to hours see below
   
     
* Thursday, November 6
NO TESTING - ASSESSMENT OFC CLOSED  
* Wednesday, November 12 TESTING 8:30am to 12:00pm only  

* Test sign-in limited to 8:30am to12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 12

SCS 143 is on first floor in Student and Community Services Building located on Stevens Creek side of campus. See campus map. Seating is limited. Students seated first come basis.

 

Page updated: November 5, 2008 De Anza College. Just What You Need.