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The assessment determines the holes in the foundation of your math knowledge and  \nreturns a score to help the college enroll you in a class that best fits your current knowledge.  \nALEKS then gives you access to a Prep & Learning Module to help you refresh your skills and increase your knowledge. You can reassess up to 4 more times to improve your score.  \nEach college level math course costs over $700.  \nIf you are placed in a course that is too easy, you waste time by taking a series of prerequisite courses you don’t need. If you are placed in a course that is too hard, you are more likely to fail the course and need to repeat it.  \nFrequently Asked Questions  \nWhen should I take the first assessment?  \nYou should take the assessment no more than 6 months prior to the start date of your math course. The more time you have before the start of the course, the more time you have to spend in the Prep & Learning Module and reassess to increase your score.  \nHow long will the ALEKS Assessment take me to complete? Is it timed?  \nThe ALEKS assessment is untimed. We recommend allowing at least 90 minutes to complete each assessment. There will be a maximum of 30 questions.  \nMay I use a calculator while taking ALEKS?  \nNo, if a question requires a calculator, ALEKS will provide anonscreen calculator.  \nHow long are my ALEKS scores good for?  \nALEKS scores are good for 18 months from the date of the assessment. Your ALEKS score must be valid on the first day of the course.  \nWhat is the difference between proctored & unproctored?  \nA proctored assessment is taken in a secure testing environment. The assessment must be proctored in order to use the score for placement. An unproctored assessment can be taken anytime and anywhere. Students may choose this option as a practice assessment.  \nIs there a cost to reassess?  \nShould you exceed your 5 attempts or let your Prep & Learning Module expire, you would need to purchase an additional login for $20 which will give you 5 more attempts. This can be repeated, as necessary.  \nWhat is the Prep & Learning Module?  \nYour Prep & Learning Module is a personalized online study guide based off of your first assessment. You will be able to work on similar problems you missed on your initial assessment. You should use this to remediate before taking your next assessment.  \n\n| Still have questions? 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