Kirkwood Community College ALEKS Math Placement Test Prep

4.9

Based on 262 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 Kirkwood Community College use?

Kirkwood Community 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 Kirkwood Community College?

Most students at Kirkwood Community 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 Kirkwood Community College math placement test?

The math on the Kirkwood Community 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 Kirkwood Community College placement test hard?

The ALEKS math placement test at Kirkwood Community 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 Kirkwood Community College accept CLEP?

Yes, Kirkwood Community 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 Kirkwood Community College.

What is Kirkwood Community College known for?

Kirkwood Community College is a public college in Iowa. The main campus is in Cedar Rapids. There is also a campus in Iowa City. The college also operates seven smaller centers located throughout the area. The centers offer all services that are available on the bigger campuses. Over one hundred twenty different programs are offered culminating in associate degrees, diplomas, and certifications. The College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and the state Department of Education.

All students entering degree programs must demonstrate college readiness in reading, writing, and mathematics before they can register for classes. The Accuplacer Next Generation Exams for Reading and Writing and the ALEKS exam for Math are administered in the testing center. Students may choose to submit documentation which exempts them from the placement testing process. This includes ACT scores, transcripts showing a grade of C or better in math or writing courses, or a completed degree from an accredited college. For students whose native language is not English, the English Language Acquisition (ELA) tests are given. Students may choose to submit TOEFL or IELTS scores in place of this exam. The testing center also offers CLEP exams for students to earn credit by examination.

The Associate of Arts and the Associate of Science degrees are usually transfer degrees. The college has transfer agreements with many four-institutions including all three state universities. One popular transfer program is for students seeking to become educators. The liberal arts program is recommended for this program in order to complete core requirements. Students may choose elective options in education and specialty areas. After completing an Associate of Arts degree, transfer to a university is required to complete a bachelor’s degree and certification requirements such as passing the Praxis II subject area examinations. The Nursing Program is approved by the state Board of Nursing. The program is a four-semester course in addition to prerequisites. Completion of the first two semesters leads to a diploma in practical nursing and allows students to attempt the National Council Licensure Exam for Practical Nursing (NCLEX-PN). Students may stop there or continue to complete the second year of the program to obtain and Associate of Applied Science degree. Completion of the associate degree enables students to take the NCLEX-RN, the licensing test for Registered Nursing. Transfer to a university or four-year college is easily accomplished at this point. Students may then earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and beyond. Transfer schools include Allen College, Mount Mercy University, St. Ambrose University, Iowa Wesleyan University, University of Dubuque, William Penn University, and several state universities.