The preferred test for placement at Pearl River Community College is the ACT Exam.

ACCUPLACER scores cannot be used in the place of ACT scores for admission into PRCC Nursing and Allied Health programs and certain university programs.

• ACCUPLACER is an untimed, computerized test which PRCC utilizes to measure writing (English) and mathematics skills.  (Allow approximately 1-3 hours for testing.)
• Test scores are used to place students into courses based upon their skill level.
• Students are NOT allowed to bring a calculator to the test.  A pop-up calculator will be available for use during some of the mathematics questions.
• Test results are available immediately upon completion of testing.
• All Test Center rules apply to all ACCUPLACER tests.

All examinees MUST present a photo ID in order to take the test.  NO EXCEPTIONS.

Steps to take the ACCUPLACER test:
1. Submit a completed PRCC admission application to the admissions office. This will generate your PRCC ID number which is needed in order to test.
2. Complete ACCUPLACER registration form.
3. Pay online by emailing businessoffice@prcc.edu with name, ID #, and inquire about payment options.
4. Report to testing location with valid photo ID at least 15 minutes prior to appointment time.

Due to Covid-19, anyone testing at a PRCC center will only be allowed to bring into the center their valid ID, car key which must remain in their pocket, and a mask. Lockers will not be available.

Testing Locations:
Poplarville Campus – Library
Forrest County Center – Learning Lab
Hancock Campus – Library or Testing Room

The following are not allowed in the testing area:
• Cell phones or other electronic devices that send or receive information
• Food or drink
• Backpacks or other personal belongings
• Children or friends (Only individuals testing will be allowed in the testing room while the test is being administered)

ACCUPLACER registration fee is $15 per test.