College Readiness Requirements
College readiness courses help many MSU freshmen succeed by providing preparatory classes in writing, mathematics, and reading.
Students with ACT subscores below 18 in English, 19 in mathematics or 20 in reading must enroll in special sections of the courses in these areas, known as enhanced courses, that provide supplemental instruction to better support students for success. These requirements are based on the Kentucky College Readiness Standards. Any student who scores below the readiness standards will be required to take a placement test in each area of need before the first day of classes. Information about placement testing is available through the MSU Testing Center, or at https://moreheadstate.edu/student-support/college-readiness/.
Incoming students who have two or more college readiness course needs are encouraged to enroll in the Success Academy during the summer prior to their first academic year.
Students required to enroll in college readiness classes must:
- Pass their enhanced courses.
- Complete college readiness requirements within the first 30 credit hours. Students who do not complete all college readiness requirements within the first 30 credit hours must complete the required course(s) before enrolling in additional college-level courses or obtain a letter of exception from the Director of Academic Advising and Retention.
- Not drop college readiness courses without the approval of both the advisor and the director of college readiness.
For additional information regarding college readiness, contact the Office of Retention and Academic Advising, 606-783-2084, or visit: https://moreheadstate.edu/student-support/college-readiness/.