Rend Lake College - Ina, IL

Rend Lake College
468 N. Ken Gray Parkway
Ina, IL 62846
(618) 437-5321

EDUCATIONAL PLANNING

First time students who have set their career goals meet with counselors to develop their educational plans and learn to monitor their own progress toward those plans. Students may also be assisted in their search for transfer colleges and in learning the transfer requirements of their chosen colleges.

ASSET - PLACEMENT TEST GIVEN AT IN DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOLS AND PINCKNEYVILLE CAMPUS. TEST SCORES VALID FOR 5 YEARS

Compass - Students need to take the COMPASS/ASSET test if they plan to take a math class, an English class, or a class with a reading prerequisite. All students registering for 12 or more credit hours or students who have accumulated 12 credit hours must take the assessment test prior to registration.
Students are exempt if they scored at least a 20 in English, a 20 in Reading and a 22 in Math on the ACT or a 490 in English and a 520 in Math on the SAT. Testing takes place on a daily basis on campus with other testing dates and times scheduled as needed. Test scores are valid for five years. Students are allowed to take the COMPASS/ASSET test a maximum of two times after the beginning of their senior year.
College credit by examination - Students may elect to earn college credit by demonstrating proficiency in subject area examinations.
CLEP - College-Level Examination Program General and Subject Examinations
PSB Test (Psychological Service Bureau Health Careers Aptitude Test) - PSB tests are required for students attempting entrance into the following programs: Occupational Therapy Assistant, Medical Lab Tech, Surgical Tech, Therapeutic Massage, Veterinary Tech, Radiology & Nursing. A fee and picture ID are required. Appointments for the test must be made with Gloria Oliver at 618-437-5321 ext. 1268.

For more information, visit the testing page in Admissions.

notepad Utilizing a current Course Schedule, counselors will facilitate students' selection of classes which fit within their intended educational plans. Following the selection process, counselors will enroll students in their chosen classes and provide them with class schedules and statements of charges.

Want to get a head start? Use our online class search to find which classes have seats available and what time the class meets! For more information about degree requirements and recommended classes, visit the Admissions section.

Rend Lake College Resources

Admissions - www.rlc.edu/admissions.
Assesment Testing - assessment testing.
Admissions Procedures for new and returning students.
Admission Requirements - admission requirements.
College District and Residency Requirements college district & residency requirements.
Financial Aid - financial aid.
Tuition -tuition.

Links and Other Resources

Illinois CAS is a free resource to students statewide and provides information on how your coursework will transfer and apply towards a degree at any participating CAS institution. - For more information click here

MetroTravelGuide - Provides a map of hotels within 15 miles of the Rend Lake College Main Campus

Why should I take the Compass Test? - To evaluate the student's educational abilities for advisement and placement in areas that are important in college - ENGLISH, READING, AND MATH.

Who must take the Compass Test? - All students who register for 12 credit hours or who enroll in a college credit mathematics or English course. Test results are valid for 5 years and can be taken twice after the beginning of the students senior year. Students who already hold college degrees, students with special testing needs or students with other special testing considerations should contact tests administrators prior to testing.

Who is exempt? - Students with the following ACT scores
ENGLISH = 20, READ = 20, MATH = 22

How many times can I test? Students may retest one time (either Asset or Compass). The highest score will be used for placement.

Where should I test? Compass test is given in Room 116, Administration Building. Monday-Friday, 8.30 a.m. or 1.00 p.m. by appointment only.

What are the costs? Students are not charged a fee to take the Compass

What should I bring? Your social security number and a calculator for the math placement.

Where do I go for additional practice? For additional practice you may use the ACT Assessment website -
Practice Test - www.actstudent.org/sampletest
Test Taking Tips - www.actstudent.org/testprep/tips

What are the tests like? Although testing is done on a computer, no computer experience is required. Directions are clearly stated, and help is available. Your test is highly individualized and tailored to your skill. There is no time limit. Most students complete the testing in about two hours. Score are available as soon as testing is complete.

For more information:
Contact the RLC Academic Counseling Center
Toll-Free (In-District) 1-800-369-5321 or 618-437-5321 ext. 1266 or 1268

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