Beyond the Admission Decision: New Trends in Test Score Use

This document presents case studies that demonstrate how colleges are navigating the test-optional landscape. It includes insights into how these institutions are communicating their testing policies and how they use test scores beyond making admissions decisions.

Using Scores to Place Students in First-Year Courses

Using Test Scores for Aggregate Reporting and Building Retention Models

Using Test Scores for Pre-health Student Support

Encouraging Test-Taking Prepares Students for Their Future

Using Multiple Assessment Measures to Inform Course Placement and to Improve Retention

Test Scores Support Correct Placement in Math Courses