Assessments & Testing

ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Reading assesses the test-taker's ability to derive meaning and to determine the meaning of words in various contexts.

ACCUPLACER Next-Generation Writing evaluates the test-taker's ability to revise and edit multi-paragraph texts.

What can I expect during the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER assessments?

• Next-Generation ACCUPLACER assessments use a multiple choice format.
• These assessments are done on a computer.
• There is no time limit for these assessments; most people take two to three hours to complete an assessment.
• There is a $25 fee for this assessment for international students. There is no fee for domestic and Canadian students.
• For the assessment session, you must bring photo ID.

How can I prepare for the ACCUPLACER assessments?

• There are many sites that offer practice material and tips for how to do well on the ACCUPLACER assessments. If you like, you can "Google" 'Next-Generation ACCUPLACER practice assessments'.
• You can also find more information at the ACCUPLACER student portal
• A free ACCUPLACER Study App is available on iTunes
• Writing sample questions
• Reading sample questions

How can I schedule an ACCUPLACER assessments?

If your Acceptance letter requires you to write the ACCUPLACER assessments, please schedule an appointment:

Book appointment through email  Book an appointment by phone

Not in Whitehorse? Contact the Testing Centre Coordinator at 867 668 8832 or testing@yukonu.ca and we will try to accommodate you.

If you're an International applicant, please contact international@yukonu.ca

When will I get the results?

You will receive your results within a week (often sooner) of completing the Next-Generation ACCUPLACER assessments. Results will also be forwarded to the Admissions Office and entered into your student file. 

Your ACCUPLACER scores are valid for two years.

Please note that for English and Math assessments you need to wait 6 months after last ACCUPLACER assessment or completion of English and Math courses before retaking the assessment. 

For further assistance, contact the Testing Centre Coordinator at 867 668 8832 or testing@yukonu.ca.

The WritePlacer® Assessment measures your ability to write effectively. 

What can I expect during the Writeplacer® assessment?

You will be given an introduction to an important issue. You will then write an essay (minimum 500 words) expressing your point of view on that issue, supporting your opinion with reasons and examples. The score will be based on your focus, organization, development and support, sentence structure and mechanical conventions.

• This assessment is done on a computer.
• There is a 90 minute time limit for this assessment.
• There is a $25 fee for this assessment for international students. There is no fee for domestic and Canadian students.
• For the assessment session, you must bring photo ID.

How can I prepare for the Writeplacer® assessment:

• Sample WritePlacer® essays and critiques
• Accuplacer test descriptions
• How to Write an Essay video
• Five Paragraph Essay video
• ACCUPLACER Writing Video

How can I schedule an Writeplacer® assessment?

You can make an appointment online to write the Writeplacer® assessment:

Book appointment through email  Book an appointment by phone

Not in Whitehorse? Contact the Testing Centre Coordinator at 867 668 8832 or testing@yukonu.ca and we will try to accommodate you.

When will I get the results?

You will receive your results within a week (often sooner) of completing the Writeplacer®. Results will also be forwarded to the Admissions Office and entered into your student file. 

Your Writeplacer® scores are valid for two years.

Please note that for English and Math assessments you need to wait 6 months after last ACCUPLACER test or completion of English and Math courses before retaking the assessment. 

For further assistance, contact the Testing Centre Coordinator at 867 668 8832 or testing@yukonu.ca.

The Yukon University mathematics assessment has two parts. The first part consists of 30 questions on basic math skills (whole numbers, fractions, decimals, percent, ratio and proportions, and word problems). The second part, also 30 questions, tests knowledge of introductory and intermediate algebra skills.

What can I expect during the mathematics assessment?

• The Yukon University mathematics assessment uses a multiple-choice format.
• There is a $25 fee for this assessment for international students. There is no fee for domestic and Canadian students.
• The time limit for this assessment is 2 hours. Students must work quickly and accurately.
• A calculator and scrap paper are provided.
• For the assessment session, you must bring photo ID.

How can I prepare for the mathematics assessment:

• Math booklet 1 - arithmetic
• Math booklet 2 - algebra
• Video links for math review

How can I schedule a mathematics assessment?

You can book an appointment online to write the math assessment:

Book appointment through email  Book an appointment by phone

Not in Whitehorse? Contact the Testing Centre Coordinator at 867 668 8832 or testing@yukonu.ca and we will try to accommodate you.

When will I get the results?

You will receive your results within a week (often sooner) of completing the math assessment.  Results will also be forwarded to the Admissions Office and entered into your student file. 

Your math assessment scores are valid for two years.

Please note that for English and Math assessments you need to wait 6 months after last ACCUPLACER test or completion of English and Math courses before retaking the assessment. 

For further assistance, contact the Testing Centre Coordinator at 867 668 8832 or testing@yukonu.ca.