Lincoln College-Normal - 715 W. Raab Road - Normal, IL 61761
Learning Resource Center

On campus phone numbers
LRC: ext. 2119
Testing Center: ext 4899
Tutoring: ext. 4343
E-mail LRC

Placement Tests

Lincoln College-Normal uses ACT's COMPASS® computer based placement tests to ensure that students begin their careers at the appropriate academic level. Students must complete placement testing before registering for any math and composition classes. Incoming Freshmen who plan to begin classes in the fall will take the placement tests as part of their scheduled PROP orientation session.

To schedule placement tests

Placement Testing at Lincoln College-Normal FAQ (PDF 51KB)

It is recommended that students allow 2 hours if they are taking all 3 exams, but the amount of time needed varies according to the individual student’s test-taking style.
Students who wish to repeat a placement test may do so with the following stipulations.

For sample Compass Test questions, visit

Updated 5/19/10