We want to make sure the classes you take are the right fit for you!
In order to help make sure we accomplish this, we need to determine your reading, writing and math skills through the assessment process.
During the Ivy Tech assessment process, we can measure where your skills are currently at in several different ways, including ACT, SAT or PSAT scores, high school GPA, previous college credit you've earned, or through the use of an assessment tool.
If you have test scores, high school transcripts or college transcripts to send, you can upload them when you apply. If you don't have them at the time you complete the application, don't worry! You have until the end of the term for which you applied to return to your application and upload your assessment documents.
You can complete assessment in any of the following ways:
(Click on options for more info)
Have you already taken the ACT, SAT, or PSAT?
In most cases, scores of 27 in Writing and Language, 460 in Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing, 25 in Reading and 500 in Math or higher on each section of the SAT*;or 17 in English, 18 in reading, 18 in math or higher on each section of the ACT can be accepted for your assessment if they were completed within the last four years. *SAT scores based on tests taken in 2016 and beyond.
**PSAT scores based on tests taken 2015 and beyond. Older test scores may also be accepted. Check the table for older SAT and PSAT score ranges.
How to submit your scores
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Generally, a high school cumulative GPA of 2.6 or higher on a 4.0 scale will meet the assessment requirement if this was your final GPA at the time of graduation, and if you completed high school within the last four years. You must have graduated with a Core 40, Technical Honors, or Academic Honors diploma or equivalent. High school seniors who have not yet graduated can use the cumulative GPA after four high school semesters have been completed.
How to submit your High School transcript
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Have you already earned college credits (reading, writing, or math) or an Associate degree at another college or university? If so, an Associate degree or general education courses taken at another regionally accredited institution, with a grade of "C-" or higher, may be used to complete the assessment requirement.
How to submit your College transcript
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If you do not have previous college credit, an ACT, SAT or PSAT score, or a cumulative high school GPA that satisfies the assessment requirement, you will need to complete the Knowledge Assessment steps outlined at your campus/location. Your results determine which writing, reading, and math classes you'll take first. The Knowledge Assessment is free. Your score will be accepted up to four years after you take the assessment.
Find your Knowledge Assessment steps by choosing your campus/location in the dropdown below.
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Step 1 – Click the link below to return to the General Admissions Online Application page.
https://apply.ivytech.edu/general_admission/
Step 2 - Click the link under “Need to return to an incomplete application or upload assessment document?”
Step 3 – Enter the email address you submitted on your application to have a link sent to you.
Step 4 – Retrieve the email sent to you and click on the link to return to you application.
Step 5 – Select that you have transcripts or test scores to upload, and proceed with submitting your documents.
Step 6 – Wait for your email, text and letter letting you know that your scores or transcripts have been reviewed. The process should take less than a week.
These documents for assessment do not need to be official, so you are able to send in a variety of formats. However, please make sure your documents clearly display the following information:
- Student's Name
- Name of Institution (for high school and college transcripts)
- Degree Awarded (for college transcripts)
- Coursework and Grades (for high school and college transcripts)
- Cumulative GPA (for high school transcripts)
- Date of Test (SAT, ACT, and PSAT scores)
- Test Scores (SAT, ACT and PSAT scores)
After you've completed your assessment, it's time to meet with your advisor. To schedule an appointment with an advisor, visit IvyTech.edu/Advising.
