ALEKS Placement

East Stroudsburg University (ESU) requires an ALEKS Placement, Preparation and Learning (ALEKS PPL) Assessment to determine readiness for mathematics courses. ALEKS PPL is a web-based program that uses artificial intelligence to map a student’s strengths and weaknesses. The Placement Assessment is up to 30 questions and generally takes 60-90 minutes to complete. After the Placement Assessment, an individualized Prep and Learning Module is available for students to refresh their knowledge on forgotten topics. Students then have the opportunity to reassess and improve their placement.

ALEKS consists of three parts:

• An Initial Placement Assessment
• The Prep and Learning Module, an individualized, self-paced online review
• Access to four additional Placement Assessments (if needed to improve your score

ESU encourages each student to spend time in the Prep and Learning Module, even if the desired score is achieved, because time spent in ALEKS will ultimately lead to better preparation and improved grades.

Got your Score?

Use the table below to see which course(s) your ALEKS score shows you are ready to attempt.  Note that most courses don't have an upper limit.  Any student who meets the minimum threshold can take those courses.  The courses with upper limits are designed for students who might benefit from extra support in their math classes.