Basic Skills Placement

This page provides quick access to important tools and resources to help you understand basic skills placement in math and English. Whether you're reviewing placement matrices, exploring course descriptions, or preparing for the placement exam, these links are here to guide you through the process. You'll find helpful information on ACT and SAT score use, ACCUPLACER and COMPASS placement guidelines, practice questions, flow charts, and advising tools—all designed to support your success as you begin your academic journey.

ACT Scores on the Web

ACT SAT Math Placement Matrix

COMPASS Placement Matrix

DACC ACCUPLACER Next Gen Placement Matrix

Writing Course Profiles and Descriptions

Multiple Measures Advising Guidelines for Writing Placement

DACC Math Department Placement Guide for Advisors

Math Placement Exam Practice Questions

Math and English Flow Charts