COA offers two placements tests, the COMPASS and ASSET. The Compass is a computerized exam and the ASSET is a timed written exam. Both tests measure your skills in reading, writing, and math and are necessary prerequisities to the registration process. Use the resources below to prepare for the exam.

TEST PREPARATION

COMPASS (computerized test):
Sample test questions
Free downloadable/printable study guides

ASSET (written test):
Sample test questions

Free instructional articles on reading, writing, or grammar, basic math, pre-algebra, algebra through calculus.

For extra math practice, visit www.math.com or www.khanacademy.org (math practice only).

ELIZABETH CITY CAMPUS 

Test Schedule - May
Test Schedule - June

Location: Room B-215
To schedule your placement test, please contact Admissions via e-mail at admission4u@albemarle.edu.  Please include your contact information and test date of interest.  For more information, please contact Tricia at 252-335-0821, ext. 0.

** There is a charge of $10.00 for re-tests. **

You must be present prior to the scheduled test time. If testing has already begun, you will need to reschedule. If you need accommodations for testing, please contact the Director of Disabilities Services at 252-335-0821, ext. 2277.

DARE COUNTY CAMPUS

Test Schedule

To schedule your placement test, please contact Laura Katz via e-mail at laura_katz@albemarle.edu. Please include your contact information and test date of interest. For more information, contact Laura at 252-473-2264, ext. 227.

EDENTON-CHOWAN CAMPUS 

Placement testing is done by appointment only. Please contact the front desk at 252-482-7900, ext. 2412 or 2413 to make your appointment.