HCU Admissions Placement Exams

Houston Christian University requires the following placement assessments to determine readiness for various lower-level math courses: the ALEKS math placement exam, the Accuplacer English placement exams, or the Spanish Heritage Speaker Exam.

Math Placement Exam
ALEKS
English Placement Exam
Accuplacer
Spanish Placement Exam
On-Campus

Advance Placement/IB/CLEP

Please review the Credit By Examination and Scores Requirements for Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), College Level Examination Program (CLEP).

View Courses and Score Requirements

HCU Campus Testing Information

Note: Additional information and sign-up for exams at HC.edu/testing. Please arrive at designated time to allow plenty of time for the exam and bring a photo ID.

  • Closed Test Dates: Test dates are taken offline when all seats are filled or when the registration deadline (one day before the test) is past. See standby information below for further information
  • Make sure you know your HuskyNet User ID Number (H#). It is required for registration. (I don’t know my HuskyNet User ID Number)
  • You will be provided a computer for taking the assessment
  • HCU ID or driver’s license is required for check in
  • Cell phones must be turned completely OFF and left in designated area for prohibited items.
  • No backpacks or purses are allowed and must be left in designated area for prohibited items
  • Jackets and sweaters may not worn during testing, except for medical reasons
  • No hats, scarves, hoodies or any head coverings allowed, except for religious reasons
  • No cell phones, food or drink are allowed during the test session, except water in a clear bottle with label removed
  • Rescheduling or Canceling – To reschedule or cancel a test, send an email to testing@HC.edu
  • Standby Testing – Those wishing to test on a date that is “offline” may be considered for testing on a “standby” basis at the discretion of the test administrator.

Testing Center is located in the Moody Library, 1st floor, Room 121

When you register for a test through Registration Blast, you will be able to select a date and time that the exam is offered.