ACT subscores in reading, English, mathematics and science reasoning are used for the first level of assessing student readiness for college-level coursework. An ACT score of 19 or above (or SAT equivalent) automatically qualifies a student for college-level coursework in that subject area (i.e., a 1000-level course or higher). The ACT subscore in reading is used to indicate readiness for introductory college courses that require extensive reading (sociology, political science, psychology, history, economics, philosophy, etc.).

If a student does not achieve a 19 or higher in an ACT subject-area test, the results of Entry-level Placement Analysis may be used for course placement decisions.