1.6. I want to try to place into a higher math course for fall. What are my options?

Math Placement, Transfer Credit/Credit by Exam, PPL (Math Placement Test) → Math Placement General Information → I want to try to place into a higher math course for fall. What are my options?

ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: The Math Department has strict entrance requirements for our courses and does not waive them for any student.  You must qualify in order to take a Math course.  

• For some courses like Math 106, 107, 108, 112, you need a sufficient test score. 
• For others, like Math 113, 116, 120R, 119A, 122A/B, 125, you need a recent prerequisite or a sufficient test score.  

You can find out about Math courses, how to qualify, and what scores are required here.

TAKE THE PPL ASSESSMENT: If you want to try to qualify for a course, make sure you have taken the PPL Assessment (Math Placement Test

SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES TO IMPROVE MY PLACEMENT: There are several opportunities for students during the summer.

• • You can take a summer credit course through:
    • UArizona New Start Summer Program, which begins June 12, 2023. 
    • Taking a summer class at UArizona.  Consult your academic advisor if you are considering this option.  
    • Taking a summer class at non-UArizona institutions.  If you are considering this option, make sure you are taking the correct course.  Check here or submit an evaluation. 
  • Participate in a UArizona non-credit summer review program, Wildcat Leap.
  • If you are not able to participate in New Start or Wildcat Leap, you can review on your own.
    • If you have taken the PPL, you can use the Prep and Learning module to review before testing again.