Harper College ALEKS Math Placement Test Prep

4.9

Based on 261 reviews

The ALEKS program was very helpful with the perfect balance of instruction and practice.

Kevin Santos

21:46 20 Aug 24

The ALEKS test went great. I hadn't taken a math class for over 5 years so I was a little nervous to take the test so I wanted to be as prepared as possible when taking the test. It was really helpful in refreshing my memory and teaching me things I never learned. What I found most helpful was the video lessons as they helped walk me through everything. The program was really helpful.

Macie Jayne

16:17 16 Aug 24

Mathhelp was so helpful to me in passing my ALEKS test and my two other math classes. I am now a college graduate! The instructors were both knowledgeable and patient and the lessons were easy to follow. I could test myself over and over till I understood a problem. As a “non-math person,” whose last math class was over 35 years ago, I would never have made it without Mathhelp. It was worth every penny and then some. I. Will always be grateful. Keep of the great work.

Lynn Johnson

02:40 05 Apr 24

My ALEKS test went well when I used MathHelp! The most helpful tool to use was the review at every section and especially the final exam feature at the end. I loved having practice taking math tests again. It had been a long time! I loved how if I had a problem understanding any topic, I could use the links provided to go back and understand the background for each step. (For me, this applied to a lot of the exponential expressions and geometry stuff). I can't thank you enough for your program! It was great and I feel so much more confident about my success in my math classes coming up!

Hannah Scheib

16:53 29 Mar 24

I’m a huge fan!Both the Accuplacer and ALEKS courses were spot.I set a goal to see if I could cram learn and test into precalculus/ trigonometry inside of just two weeks - and I did it!I sincerely could barely do the foil method and I didn’t even know how to do long division and because of the course, and particularly Matt’s clarity in the lessons, I now play with functions for fun. :)Super grateful.

Selaznog Mada

19:28 07 Feb 24

Aleks test went well. The videos combined with the practice and test format with extra help videos on the side were great. The course is laid out perfectly.

Austin Collins

18:48 20 Jan 24

I found the course great! I have been out of school for a while so it was a great refresher before re attending uni. The skills I gained from this course definitely improved what my ALEKS score would have been. I found the tests at the end of each section the most helpful. But I also loved the short video format.

Zoe Thomson

20:34 29 Aug 23

Mathhelp was very helpful. I never went past Algebra 1 in High School, and then 7 years later I needed to place into precalculus to pursue my first college degree. I studied through all of the ALEKS Mathhelp lessons, and then I got a 64 on the test, placing into the math class I needed to be in.Thank you so much for all the help.

Hannah Burbrink

15:31 21 Aug 23

This is a great program that is very straightforward and helpful. I struggle with math and need a higher placement score on the ALEKS test to finish my Bachelor's degree. I studied with the MathHelp step by step plan for a month and did well enough that I placed into my class! Thanks MathHelp!

Jeri Hillegeist

15:42 13 Apr 23

The ALEKS prep was very helpful. I was able to test into a much higher math class than I'd expected. I loved the pace of the videos and that there were practice test throughout and at the end of each section. It helped me to figure out where I needed more studying. The whole course is really well organized at thought out. I most definitely recommend!

Lizzy Hitchman

19:29 08 Apr 23

The ALEKS test actually went really well! I got a 76, which placed me into the best section I could have. I think that the website itself was very organized in finding all the elements, and I also think that the condensed/ shorter videos combined with the examples were most helpful.

Olivia Beth Vaughan

15:08 28 Mar 23

I'm a returning college student who hasn't taken a math class in nearly 5 years. I felt like I needed somewhere I could build on my fundamentals, so I turned to MathHelp. I started with the first ALEKS lesson on MathHelp, watching all the videos, and taking every test until I could pass with a 100% all the way up to the end of exponential and logarithmic equations, which was lesson 179. Overall, I'm very satisfied with my time using MathHelp. Topics I remember as being complicated, like logarithms, were actually very easy to understand thanks to the short video format of the lessons. Recently I took the ALEKS placement assessment and scored well enough to place into pre calculus. I’m impressed I was able to do that well, going from barely remembering the fundamentals of algebra to nearly placing into calculus.

Peter Ogbuagu

18:57 20 Jan 23

I was attempting to place into calculus I and I did achieve that. I scored an 85 on the ALEKS. I was a very poor student in high school just so you understand the full picture. I'm trying to catch up on things I should have had a basic foundation in back then. So it was really nice to have a refresher course on all the rules and properties of math and algebra leading up to the calculus portions. Overall, I think the material was very well put together on your site. Clear and concise.

Jason Smith

13:21 02 Apr 22

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What math placement test does Harper College use?

Harper College uses the ALEKS math placement test. To review for the test, you’ll want a study guide that includes comprehensive instruction, guided practice, and interactive tests. For most students, test prep books and practice questions are not enough, and classes and tutors are too expensive. Fortunately, online courses now offer a balance of affordability and effectiveness.

Do I need to take the ALEKS math placement test at Harper College?

Most students at Harper College will need to take the ALEKS math placement test. However, if you think you might have a high enough score on the SAT or ACT to be exempt from taking the placement test, check online or contact your testing center.

What type of math is on the Harper College math placement test?

The math on the Harper College ALEKS placement test covers Pre-Algebra, Algebra, and Geometry. Make sure your preparation only includes the topics on the test - nothing more and nothing less. The best test prep courses emphasize efficiency.

Is the math on the Harper College placement test hard?

The ALEKS math placement test at Harper College isn’t hard if you receive the necessary individualized instruction when preparing for the test. With a study guide that has a math tutor built into the program, you’ll get all the help you need.

Does Harper College accept CLEP?

Yes, Harper College accepts CLEP credits. For example, students who pass the CLEP College Mathematics or CLEP College Algebra may be able to receive course credit at Harper College.

What is Harper College known for?

Harper College, which serves over 35,000 students each year, is one of the largest community colleges in the country. In addition to its main campus in Palatine, a suburb of Chicago, the college also has a Learning and Career Center in Prospect Heights, a Professional Center and the Illinois Small Business Development Center in Schaumburg, and a partnership with the Illinois workNet Center in Arlington Heights. Along with associate degree and certificate programs, the college offers workforce training, professional development, developmental education, accelerated degree options, and continuing education courses. All of its courses and administrative operations are overseen by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of College and Secondary Schools, its accrediting commission.

The college accepts students with a high school diploma or an equivalent, such as the GED. SAT and ACT scores are only required for admission into the Honors Program. Its criteria dictate a score of at least 1200 on the SAT or of at least a 25 on the ACT, and the student’s GPA must be 3.5 or more on a 4.0 scale. Standardized test scores may also serve as a means of waiving placement exams. Students intent upon earning a degree and those who will take a math, English, or foreign language courses must take placement tests. The math placement test uses a program called ALEKS.

A wide variety of options are available for students seeking to further their education. The college offers over 50 transfer degree programs for students who are seeking a bachelor’s degree. More than 40 career programs designed to earn either an associate degree or certificate are offered to prepare graduates for entrance into the workforce upon completion. The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Nursing program has limited enrollment and is therefore competitive. Students must earn satisfactory scores on the NLN Pre-Admission Exam to be considered for admission. After successfully completing coursework in this program, graduates attempt the NCLEX-RN exam to qualify for licensure. The NLN exam is also required for entrance into other health related programs at the college such as the Practical Nursing Certificate program, the Dental Hygiene program, the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, and the Radiologic Technology program. The Associate in Arts Elementary Education degree is a transfer program that prepares students for completion of a bachelor’s degree at a four-year college. Students interested in secondary education earn either an Associate in Arts or in Science before transfer. Bachelor’s degree recipients must have also taken the ILTS TAP (Test of Academic Proficiency) and subject area exams which are required for teacher licensing in the state.