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ASSESSMENT CENTER INFORMATION

Location: Student & Community Services Building, Room 143
Phone: 408.864.8717                    FAX: 408.864.5509

OFFICE HOURS:  (Office walk-in general assistance - not testing)  

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday:  8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Thursday:  8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 

Office hours are not the same as Testing Hours.    See below.

TESTING HOURS: (There are no appointments.)

Click test subject on left sidebar for testing hours.                                   

EXCEPTIONS TO HOURS:         

 Assessment Center Closed Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27

What are the steps for taking Assessment Testing?

• Apply to De Anza by completing an online Admissions Application.
• Know your De Anza 8 digit Student ID number. This number is assigned when you complete your application.
• Select the tests you need to take (English, ESL, Math, Chemistry, Biology).
• Read the sample questions for each test subject to determine which tests to take and what skills to review.
• Testing is administered on drop-in basis. There are no appointments.
• For Computerized English, ESL, Math, and Biology 40A tests, drop-in to SCS 143 anytime during the posted testing hours.
• For Calculus, Chemistry 1A/ Biology 6A paper & pencil tests, report minimum 30 minutes prior to the published test time to posted location.
• Bring a photo I.D. (student ID card, driver's license, passport...)
• Bring several #2 pencils.
• Students who feel that they have either a learning disability or physical disability which might adversely affect their test results should contact the Assessment Center for alternative testing options.
• There are no fees for placement testing.
• Plan to take the test a minimum 3 weeks before your registration date.