COMPASS Test - Exemptions

You are exempt from taking the COMPASS assessments IF:
  • You have taken the ACT exam and scored a 20 or higher in the individual areas of Math or English.
  • You already have an Associate Degree or higher.
  • You are transferring college-level English and Math courses with a grade of "C" or higher.
  • You are a senior citizen.
  • You are not seeking a degree or are taking classes for vocational reasons only.
  • You are in a short certificate program having no English or Math requirement.
  • You have completed required developmental coursework at another Alabama College system institution within the last 3 years.
  • You are a transient student.
If you are able to answer YES to any of these questions, you may be exempt from taking the COMPASS test. Please contact your advisor, or see the Cyber Advisor.


Competency Testing Center      256-331-5482

Advising/Testing Center    256-331-5375 or (256) 331-5359

Contact Tom Carter in the Admissions Office for additional information.      256-331-5263