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All associate degree and technical diploma programs at Blackhawk Technical College require pre-entry assessment. Most pre-entry assessments are advisory only; a limited number have mandatory cut-off scores. In most cases students entering Blackhawk Technical College will take the Compass assessment instruments. The Compass is an untimed assessment taken on computer. The Compass is a basic skills assessments in reading, language usage, and numerical skills.
A $10.00 fee will be collected at the assessment site. You will need to complete the Compass assessment unless you have graduated from a four-year college or university, earned an Associate Degree at a Wisconsin Technical College, or completed the ACT with a composite score of 15 or higher.
The Dental Hygiene, Medical Assistant,Physical Therapist Assistant, Nursing and Radiography programs have specific requirements for admission. (See program information for details.)
Please call the Counseling and Career Center to schedule an appointment. (608) 757-6329 Online resources to assist you with reviewing for the COMPASS and other free test practice.
Things to know about COMPASS
COMPASS Practice
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