Mathematics Placement Exam

IMPORTANT - The Math Placement Exam will no longer be used for placement into Mathematics courses after the start of the 2026 Second Summer semester, beginning July 7, 2026. 

To enroll in Math 1451 Calclus I, you will need to satisfy one of the following:

1. Math 1550 with a grade of C or Higher
2. Math 1320 and Math 1321 with a grade of B or Higher in both classes
3. At least 660 on SAT Math
4. At least 29 on ACT Math

To enroll in Math 1550 Precalculus, you will need to be TSI college ready and satisfy one of the following:

1. Math 1320, 1420, 1321, 1330, 1430, 1331, or 1350 with a grade of C or higher
2. At least 610 on SAT Math
3. At least 26 on ACT Math

If you don't already have college credit or sufficient SAT or ACT scores, we recommend enrolling in Math 1320 College Algebra, then Math 1550 to prepare for Math 1451 Calclus I.

Please consult the course description in the 2026 - 2027 Texas Tech University Undergraduate Catalog for prerequisites after July 7th, 2026.

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Current University Policy

Admission to entry-level math courses (MATH 1331, 1350, 1451, 2345) requires meeting prerequisites as per university policy. Enrollment is based on meeting one of these prerequisites.

1. High SATM or ACTM scores.
2. Collegiate credit for prerequisite courses from Texas Tech or accredited institutions.
3. Successful completion of the Math Placement Examination.

Do you need to take the Math Placement Exam?

If you wish to review the criteria or prerequisites for enrolling in a math course, determine your exemption from the Math Placement Exam, or if you have any other inquiries regarding the Math Placement Exam, please click the button below for further clarification.

Math Placement Exam Criteria and Prerequisites

Guidelines for Test Takers

Once you have decided to proceed with taking the test, please adhere to the following guidelines and procedures to complete the examination. 

• The Math Placement Exam may be taken only once in any 24-hour period.
• You can take the exam at most twice online.  
• You need to complete the exam from start to finish without refreshing the webpage. 
• Allow yourself a few hours of uninterrupted time to take the exam. 
• There are up to 59 questions on 1 virtual page.  Make sure to answer every question on the test before selecting the  Grade Test  button.
• Practice guide for your Math Placement Exam
• Sample Exam & Answers
• Technical support issues should be directed to Jonathon Surles, 8am-5pm, M-F.

Calculator Usage

A calculator can be used during the placement examination, but the focus is on assessing arithmetic and algebraic skills rather than calculator proficiency. The exam evaluates the retention of algebra skills.

Viewing Scores

You may view your Math Placement Exam scores on the Placement Exam server.

You may also check if your scores have been uploaded to the Registrar:

1. Navigate to the TTU Registrar Student Dashboard. The link is also available in Raiderlink in the "Registrar" block as a button labelled "My Student Dashboard".
2. Select the "Student Information" square.
3. Under the new "Home Page ﹥ Student Information" title, select the "Details" tab.
4. In this next series of tabs, select the "Test Scores/Credits" tab.
5. Open the "Received Scores" dropdown.
6. This location has all test scores that Texas Tech has received. Your final MPE score is designated MTH6: Math Placement Code.

Take the Exam

Click Here to take the Math Placement Exam

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The Math Placement Exam will no longer be used to meet the prerequisite for MATH 1451 and Math 1550 after the start of the 2026 Second Summer semester, July 7th, 2026.

Please consult the course description in the 2026 - 2027 Texas Tech University Undergraduate Catalog for prerequisites after July 7th, 2026.

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General Questions 

Questions about the Mathematics Placement Examination for Mathematics & Statistics majors may be directed to Yancy Nuñez at yancy.nunez@ttu.edu or (806) 742-2566.

University Policy
Admission to entry-level math courses (MATH 1331, 1350, 1451, 2345) requires meeting prerequisites as per university policy. Enrollment is based on meeting one of these prerequisites.

High SATM or ACTM scores.
Collegiate credit for prerequisite courses from Texas Tech or accredited institutions.
Successful completion of the Math Placement Examination.