Placement Tests
Placement tests are required for the following courses:
Mathematics: MATH 108, 116, 117, 125 and 126
Chemistry: CHEM 050, 102 and 105a
Language: For placement in the first three semesters or to meet the requirement in French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin Chinese, Latin, Russian and Spanish.
For languages not mentioned above, contact the Language Center, Taper Hall 309, (213) 740-1188.
Placement Test Dates, Times and Locations
All placement tests require a reservation scheduled at least one week prior to the exam date. Contact the Center for Testing and Assessment for test times at testing@usc.edu, (213) 740-7166 or visit the Website, sait.usc.edu/academicsupport/cta for more information. Only students admitted to USC may take these exams. USC ID or proof of admittance to USC along with a photo ID is required. Also, bring two #2 pencils and a pen.