Ivy PRep Program

General Preparation for the Accuplacer

Ivy Tech Community College uses the Accuplacer assessment to help determine which Math and English courses you are prepared for. The Ivy Prep program assists students in preparing for the various sections by providing a variety subject review materials. The entire assessment is designed to help you plan an academic path with coursework that matches your level of skill and readiness. For many students, understanding how the Accuplacer works can make a big difference in the results they get. Doing well can save you time and money as well as ensure you’re taking the classes you need to be successful.

If you would like to do some preparation prior to taking or retaking the Accuplacer, try this great website: accuplacerpracticetest.com

Please contact the CAE or your advisor to find out more about Accuplacer preparation.

Edready information

EdReady is a part of the Ivy Prep program that uses a website to help students improve their skills in math, reading, and writing. It provides another option besides the Accuplacer for students who do not meet the qualifications required to register for the math or English course needed as part of their degree program.

Contact the CAE or your advisor to find out more about EdReady.

ADDITIONAL Prep Resources for Accuplacer Math

There are practice tests at the following URLs:

• Arithmetic - https://www.accuplacerpracticetest.com/accuplacer-classic-arithmetic-practice-test/

• Elementary Algebra - https://www.accuplacerpracticetest.com/accuplacer-elementary-algebra-practice-test/

• College Level Math - https://www.accuplacerpracticetest.com/accuplacer-college-level-math-practice-test/

If a student needs to refresh his or her skills, the Algebra Basics section on Khan Academy offers a brief refresher course for students who want to revisit arithmetic and elementary algebra skills. It can be found here:

• Algebra Basics - Khan Academy - https://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra-basics

The best way to get better at math is by solving math problems and testing oneself. If you feel like you need more assistance, please visit room HM1657 of Harshman Hall and explain that you're trying to prepare for Accuplacer Math.

To print the above information for math and the Accuplacer, click here.

ADDITIONAL Prep resources for Accuplacer Reading

There are practice tests at the following URLs:

• Reading - https://www.accuplacerpracticetest.com/accuplacer-reading-comprehension-practice-test/

• Sentence Skills - https://www.accuplacerpracticetest.com/accuplacer-sentence-skills-practice-test/

Old Handouts

The handouts below were made for an older version of the Accuplacer.