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Placement & Testing

Take charge of your college credits from the very start.

You've worked hard to earn your GPA and test scores. Now, those criteria (and others) will be used to place you into your first English and Math classes.

Additionally, we offer a variety of testing opportunities that, if passed, allow you to bypass classes you've already mastered and dive into more advanced coursework.

While you will meet with an academic advisor at Orientation, it's important to familiarize yourself with the following placement and testing information. If you need to take an English or mathematics placement exam, you should aim to do so before attending Orientation.

Learn more about your options below.

English Placement

UL Lafayette uses ACT, SAT, ACCUPLACER scores, final high school GPA, or college-level English courses you've taken (including dual enrollment) to place students into a first-semester English course. Scores must be on file with the Office of Admissions at least 30 days before Orientation to ensure correct placement.

Learn More about English Placement

Math Placement

UL Lafayette uses ACT, SAT, ACCUPLACER QRAS, ALEKS PPL, final high school GPA, or college-level math courses you've taken (including dual enrollment) to assess math preparedness. Scores must be on file with the Office of Admissions 30 days before Orientation to ensure correct placement.

Learn More about Math Placement

Advance Credit Exams

You may benefit from taking Advance Credit Exams if you meet the eligibility requirements. These exams, if passed, allow you to earn credit for courses at UL Lafayette. Select exams are offered prior to the start of the Spring, Summer, and Fall semesters.

Learn More about Advance Credit Exams

Placement Exams

If your ACT/SAT scores do not permit you to qualify for your major's first Math or English class, you should take a placement exam to ensure that you stay on track with your curriculum.

Learn More about Placement Exams

Credit by Other Means

If you have earned credit by other means (through military service, Advanced Placement, etc.), learn more about how your credits apply at UL Lafayette in the Academic Catalog.

View the Academic Catalog

Questions about Placement & Testing?

Professional advisors in the Academic Success Center are available to help