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Mission Success is a three-part program that provides valuable information about SWIC, your current academic skill levels and the courses you need to take to meet your goals.
Part 1: Welcome Session
In this group session, you will learn information about the college, resources and services, which can help you be a more successful student. The session also provides the opportunity to meet other students who are starting their college careers at SWIC.
Part 2: Assessment
To assess your skill levels in math, reading and language for proper placement in math and English courses, you will take the computerized COMPASS test. In some cases you might take ASSET, the paper version of the test.
Assessment is not pass or fail and will not prohibit you from entering the college. However, some Allied Health programs may require additional testing. See the college catalog for more details.
Since math and English involve reasoning, reading and writing skills, which are vital to success in most college classes, it's importatn to start at the right level.
Part 3: Individual Counseling
You are encouraged to meet with a counselor after your assessment to discuss your individual needs and academic plans. You will receive an individual interpretation of your assessment in preparation to register for classes.
Mission Success Locations & Dates
Who is Required to Take the Assessment?
- All degree-seeking students
- New students taking three or more college credit classes
- Students taking a first-time college-level English or math course
- Students wishing to enroll in classes which require specific English and/or math competency levels
- Students applying for admission to the Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts or Associate in Science degree program
- Students taking any Electrical/Electronic Technology course except Electrical/Electronic Technology 100
- All students MUST be assessed prior to accumulating more than 12 baccalaureate credit hours.
Who is Exempt?
- Students who received a grade of "C" or better for college-level math and English courses at another college or university
- Students taking certificate programs or classes that do not require college credit math or English, unless specified elsewhere
Exempt students must see a counselor for written permission before enrolling. Documentation of previous coursework (transcript, grade report, etc.) is required. Assessment scores remain current for two years. Any questions should be addressed to a counselor at the Belleville, Sam Wolf Granite City or Red Bud campuses, or the East St. Louis Community College Center.