Math Placement Testing

Do You Need to Take a Math Placement Test?

• If you have taken a college-level math course, you may qualify for placement based on your transcript (unofficial or official).
• If you have a math placement score (ACT, SAT, ACCUPLACER, or COMPANION) from the last three years, you may be placed directly into a course.
• If you graduated from high school within the last three years, your math scores and GPA may be used for placement.
• If you do not meet any of the criteria above, you will be required to take the Math Pathway Placement (MPP).
   

Math Pathway Placement (MPP)

MPP is Butler’s own math diagnostic placement test. If you hope to transfer to a four-year institution, you will likely need to take one of three Kansas Math Pathways courses to complete a Butler associate degree: College Algebra, Applied Statistics or Contemporary Math. The MPP is given to students to determine if you're ready for one of these courses in the traditional credit hour format or if you should take the corequisite option. The corequisite option offers additional time for instruction and more learning content. 

The MPP is a computer test, and most students take an average of 90 minutes to complete. 

Benefits of Taking the Math Placement Test

• Start in the Right Course – Avoid taking classes that are too easy or too difficult, saving time and frustration.
• Save Money – Placing into the correct level means fewer unnecessary courses, helping you graduate faster and with lower tuition costs.
• Boost Your Confidence – Knowing you’re in the right class level gives you a strong foundation for success.
• Graduate on Time – Math is a key requirement for many degree programs, so proper placement keeps you on track for graduation.

By taking a math placement test, you are setting yourself up for success and making sure that your college journey starts on the right path.