ALEKS FAQ
Preparing for my Math Placement
Where can I request to take my Placement Test?
Students can access the test by going to my.UIC and following the ALEKS link in UIC Connect.
How long does the test take?
The test is 25 to 30 questions and takes between 1.5 and 2 hours to complete.
Is there a cost for the test?
The ALEKS Placement will be free of charge and any student interested in a retake will have free access to the required learning modules and up to a total of four retakes. Five hours of work on a learning module are required before each retake and 72 hours must pass before having access to each retake.
After the test how will students find their results?
ALEKS scores will be immediately available within ALEKS, and the corresponding math placements will be available within 72 hours on my.UIC where students initially accessed the test.
What are options if students are not satisfied with their scores/placements?
Any student with a score of 59% or less is encouraged to attend the Summer College Mathematics Workshops or take advantage of the learning modules and retakes offered free of charge. Optional retakes of the online assessment are available in ALEKS through 5 pm on Friday of the first week of each term. Students are not eligible in retaking the exam once they earn credit in a mathematics course at UIC.
Is there anything special students need to know before they take the test?
1. Be honest.
2. Complete the exam on your own: You may not use books, other materials, the Internet, computer software, or consult with anyone.
3. Paper and pencil will be needed.
4. A calculator will be provided by ALEKS when needed, thus you should not use your own.
5. Expect the assessment to take 1.5 – 2 hours to complete, so plan accordingly.
6. You must finish the exam once you have started it.
7. Take the test seriously and do not rely on the option to re-take the test.
Technical Support is provided by ALEKS Customer Support
Hours (Eastern Time):
Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM
Phone: (714) 619-7090
Fax: (714) 245-7190
Email: http://support.aleks.com
UIC Disability Resource Center
Any student requiring special assistance will be accommodated. Refer any questions regarding
accommodations to the UIC Disability Resource Center (312-413-2183, TDD 312-413-0123, drc@uic.edu)