NSCC Library: Test Prep and Study Guide Resources: Accuplacer

What is Accuplacer?

Colleges use ACCUPLACER to assess your skill levels in reading, writing, and math to determine if you’re ready to take courses that will earn you credits at that school. If you show proficiency in a subject, you won’t have to take developmental courses and can start earning credits right away that count toward a degree or certificate. (From The College Board https://accuplacer.collegeboard.org/about/why-accuplacer-matters).

NSCC Resources

ACCUPLACER for Dummies with Online Practice Tests by Mark Zegarelli
ISBN: 9781119514541
Publication Date: 2019-07-30
Get on the right college path with the next-generation ACCUPLACER The next-generation ACCUPLACER is a compilation of computerized assessments that's designed to evaluate a student's skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and computer abilities. Next-generation ACCUPLACER determines how prepared students are for college courses, and places them in the appropriate course level where they will best succeed and grow as a learner. Next-Generation ACCUPLACER For Dummies with Online Practice is the one-stop guide for students who want to get a head start on scoring well on the important college placement tests for reading, writing, and math. With tips, tricks, and plenty of practice questions in the book, plus two full-length practice tests online, it helps you know what to expect and perform your absolute best on test day. Identify knowledge gaps and areas of strength Find skill-building support with tools that improve your readiness for college Get placed into the right college course Discover preparation tactics and opportunities for individual success If you're looking for a one-stop resource for preparing for the next-generation ACCUPLACER, the book starts here!

Boston Public Library

All Massachusetts residents and students are eligible for a free e-card from the Boston Public Library. Click here to get more information and to sign up: https://www.bpl.org/ecard/

Clicking the links below will bring you to the Boston Public Library's online resources.

LearningExpress Library from the Boston Public Library

LearningExpress Library is an online program that you have access to using your BPL E-card. It includes test preparation materials and practice exams for K-12 subjects, high school equivalency, college and graduate admissions, military, U.S. citizenship, and professional licensing and certification exams. This includes Accuplacer, practices tests, and study guides.

To find Accuplacer review material:

Click this link to access LearningExpress through BPL
Login using your BPL E-Card number and PIN
At the top of the page, click "Sign In/Register" and create a personal account
Once you have created a personal account and signed in, Search "Accuplacer" in the search box in the middle of the page.
From there you will be able explore all the Accuplacer study material available.

If you have questions about using LearningExpress Library, please contact the Boston Public Library or click here to watch video tutorials.

Online Resources

Accuplacer Practice from The College Board
The College Board offers a number of free study resources for the Accuplacer test, including a free app, sample questions, and sample essays.
Mometrix Accuplacer Study Guides
Mometrix offers some free study guides as well as the opportuntiy purchase additional guides, flashcards and practice tests. You do not need to purchase anything to use their free resources but will be asked to pay if you want to upgrade.
Mometrix Accuplacer Sample Tests
Mometrix provides some free sample test questions as well as the opportunity to purchase full practice tests. You do not need to purchase anything to use the free sample tests but will be asked to pay if you want to upgrade to the full practice test.