Shoreline Community College offers a comprehensive program of orientation, assessment, advising and placement.  The assessment component includes your choice of the ASSET or COMPASS test.  Test scores are used to help ensure accurate placement in English and math courses.  Prospective students whose first language is not English are encouraged to take the English as a Second Language test (ESL test) offered through our Essential Skills Program (see details below).  The information will not be used to deny admission to the college.  (High School Running Start students may need to meet specific score requirements; call 206-546-6964 for more information.)

English and math assessment is required for first-time college students and strongly recommended for all other students.  The Testing Office offers assessment at certain times, as well as GED testing to students without a high school diploma. more >

Assessment testing will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses in writing skills, reading skills, and mathematics.  With this information, you and your advisor will be able to increase your chances for success by selecting classes that are appropriate for your level of skills and abilities.

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Revised 5/2005 Assessment