Testing Dates
The last day to test for any semester is the Friday before classes begin. We then have a “no testing period until after the last day to add for that semester. Then we begin testing for future semesters after that.
The last day to test for Summer 2023 - is Friday, May 5th.
The last day to test for Fall 2023 - is Friday, August 25th.
| Semester to Take the Course | First Day to Take the Exam | Last Day to Take the Exam |
|---|---|---|
| Summer 2024 | February 5th, 2024 | May 3rd, 2024 |
| Fall 2024 | February 5th, 2024 | August 23rd, 2024 |
| Spring 2025 | January 3rd, 2025 (tentative) | February 3rd, 2025 (tentative) |
Do I need to take the math placement exam?
If you have earned any of the following scores/credits sufficient to place you into a math or stats course, within the past one year (three semesters: spring, summer, fall), you can use these as prerequisites and do not need to take the math placement exam:
- A passing grade (C- or higher) in a college-level math course
- A sufficient score on the ACT or SAT math exams
- A sufficient score on an AP Calculus exam
- Credit for the IBO Mathematics exam
What math do I need for my major?
All USU students need to meet the Quantitative Literacy (QL) requirement to graduate, regardless of major or program. Some majors require additional courses beyond the QL requirement.
To determine which math class(es) you should take, please consult the following:
- First Semester Registration Guides (first-year students)
- USU Catalog four-year plans
- Your academic advisor
What prerequisites do I need for my required math and statistics classes?
| Math Classes | Statistics Classes |
|---|---|
| MATH 0950 | STAT 1040 |
| MATH 0995 | STAT 1045 |
| MATH 1050 | STAT 2000 |
| MATH 1060 | STAT 2300 |
| MATH 1100 | |
| MATH 1210 | |
| MATH 1220 | |
| MATH 2010 | |
| MATH 2020 |