What do my ACT COMPASS scores mean?
1. After completing the ACT COMPASS Math test, look at the score next to “Placement Domain.”
In the example below, the placement score is “Pre Algebra 33.”
2. Next, look at the table below to determine which course corresponds with this score. Consult
your degree or certificate requirements to determine which course(s) is right for you.
MATH 142
MATH 153
MATH 153
MATH 170
MATH 150
MATH 142
MATH 139
MATH 150
Trigonometry
MATH 142
MATH 138
MATH 138
MATH 137
MATH 131
MATH 131
MATH 137
MATH 128
MATH 128
MATH 128
MATH 128
MATH 127
MATH 127
60-99**
MATH 127
MATH 127
MATH 123
1-59**
MATH 123
MATH 123
MATH 119
MATH 098*, MATH 095, MATH 108
MATH 123
1-49**
MATH 094*, MATH 101, MATH 107
MATH 119
College Algebra
79-99**
MATH 090*, MATH 091
MATH 119
Algebra
1-36
37-99
1-44
45-78
MATH 119
Pre Algebra
3. Meet your geometry prerequisite by**
a. Earning 50 or more points on ACT COMPASS Geometry Test
b. Completing MATH 095 with a C or higher
c. Submitting your high school transcripts showing you have completed two semesters of
high school geometry with a C or higher
4. An ACT math score of 23 will place a student into MATH 119, 123, 127, 128, or 131.***
5. An ACT math score of 25 will place a student into MATH 138 or 142.***
* Developmental courses (or those that begin with a “0”) are not transferrable; ** Students must meet geometry prerequisite
to register for college-level math; *** ACT scores should be submitted to the Admissions Department.
Interpretation guide created by ASC Manager on 11/29/2011; edited by AIAS Director on 12/1/14.