ALEKS
ALEKS is a mathematics placement exam used at the University of Northern Iowa to determine appropriate placement in math course(s), along with select business, chemistry and physics courses. The following students are expected to complete the placement test prior to orientation:
- All entering freshmen
- All entering transfer students who are planning to enroll in any math, physics or chemistry class during their time at UNI
Taking ALEKS Placement Assessment
The ALEKS assessment consists of 20 to 35 questions and takes approximately one to two hours to complete. A built-in calculator is provided when appropriate. There is no fee for taking the assessment the first time, or for up to four re-takes within a 12-month time period. Once you take the initial assessment, you will be required to spend at least five hours working through the online review modules within ALEKS in order to access a re-take. These online review modules assist students in addressing areas of deficiency as determined by the ALEKS assessment.
You can access ALEKS through your MyUNIverse account by using your CatID login.
After students' initial 12-month subscription to ALEKS review modules and re-takes expires, they have the option of purchasing an additional 12-month subscription to ALEKS review modules and retakes for $15.
- Step-by-step instructions on how to purchase this additional access
- Course code: UGQDJ-VQC6E
ALEKS Support
If you experience any technical difficulties with the ALEKS software, contact ALEKS technical support directly:
- By calling 714-619-7090
- Completing ALEKS Customer Support online form
ALEKS does offer a placement exam that is compatible with screen reading technology. If you would like access to this version of the exam, please email success@uni.edu or call 319-273-5805.
If you have additional questions check the ALEKS FAQ page, or contact success@uni.edu or the Math Department at 319-273-6952.