Student Success is a high priority at Grays Harbor College. To get you off to a great start at GHC we utilize Accuplacer for our College Placement Test to measure your skills in math, reading, and English. More information on Accuplacer.
When Can I Take the Placement Test?
The Testing Center is located in the tulalW Student Center (3000 Building) in room 3250, please check in at room 3254. Testing is also available at our Riverview Education Center (Raymond) and our Columbia Education Center (Ilwaco). Please contact those campuses directly for scheduling a College Placement Test
When Can I Take the Placement Test?
Walk-in placement testing is available at the Aberdeen Campus Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm (the last test of the day begins by 3:00 pm). Thursday from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm (the last test of the day begins by 2:00 pm).
The Testing Center is closed for holidays, campus closures, and for any other accommodations as needed.
Who Needs to do College Placement Testing?
College Placement Testing is required of all students planning to register for a course that has a reading, English or math prerequisite. English and Math placement can be determined using the college placement test, previous college transcripts, or assessment of your high school transcript (if you have completed high school in the last 2 years). There are some instances where a placement test is not required.
What Does it Cost to Take the College Placement Test?
Effective September 1, 2026, College Placement Tests are free for the first two attempts per unit per year. The cost is $10 dollars per unit after the first two attempts. Each section of the test is considered one unit. Students are limited to a maximum of three attempts per unit per quarter.
What Do I Need to Take the College Placement Test?
A CTC Link ID (student ID) is required to take a College Placement Test. To receive a CTC Link ID you must apply to Grays Harbor College. You can apply online for free.
An unexpired photo ID is also required. Acceptable forms of ID include Driver’s license, state or federal ID card, passport, student ID, tribal ID, naturalization card, and military ID.
Proof of fee payment if applicable. Please pay the cashier, located in the 2000 building, 3rd floor.
Additional College Placement Test Information.
Prepare for the Placement Test – You want to do your best on the placement test so the scores provide an accurate assessment of your current skills and abilities. Keep in mind that this information will be used to help determine whether you need to take pre-college or college level courses.
The College Placement Test is not timed, but it may take up to an hour and a half or longer to complete.
Test scores are available upon completion of the College Placement Test
No cellphones, food, drinks, or personal items are allowed in the Testing Room. You will be provided with a locker to store your items.
Testing Accommodations
Students who need reasonable accommodations, we encourage you to contact the Testing Center at 360-538-4049 or email studentsupport@ghc.edu to discuss your accommodation needs.
Disabilities affecting access to testing materials and/or testing process may qualify for testing accommodations. For more information on this, go to our Testing Accommodations page.
Proctored Testing
Grays Harbor College offers test proctoring for both GHC and students from other institutions. Test proctoring is by appointment only, so please contact the Testing Center at 360-538-4049 to schedule your appointment. GHC students will be given scheduling priority.
For GHC students this service is free, for non-GHC students the cost is $37.50 per test. Please pay the cashier, located in the 2000 building 3rd floor prior to testing. Bring your receipt to your appointment as proof of payment.
Non-GHC students are responsible for contacting their institution to have the exam, instructions, and instructor’s contact information sent to the Testing Center prior to their testing appointment. Please contact the GHC Testing Center at least 24 hours before your appointment to ensure your exam has been received.
Additional Tests Offered
Prometric ASE/Diesel Certification- Please contact the Testing Center to arrange an appointment time. Candidates will schedule and pay their testing fees through the Prometric site.
TEAS- Several test dates are offered each year. Scheduling is completed through your ATI account.
NCCT- Offered to GHC one time per year. Information is available through the Medical Assistant Program.
Have Questions?
If you have any additional questions, please contact us at 360-538-4049 or email us at studentsupport@ghc.edu.