Information about the COMPASS test
The COMPASS test is a computerized placement exam over math, English and reading. The COMPASS test is required for all new students to take, and it must completed before your admissions file will be reviewed for acceptance. The COMPASS test determines if the student will need to take any remedial coursework at Western Dakota Tech. There is a $15.00 testing fee to take the COMPASS.
The COMPASS test can be waived if you meet any of the following criteria:
Have an ACT composite score of an 18 or higher within the last five years.
Have an SAT composite score of an 860 or higher within the last five years.
Have completed 35 or more post-secondary credits with a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA.
The COMPASS test is not timed. On average, the test takes about an hour and a half to complete. Your testing results will print out immediately and an Admissions Specialist will review your results with you.
We offer the COMPASS test Monday - Friday at:
Information about the Health Occupations Basic Entrance Test (HOBET)
The HOBET is a computerized test and is a proven diagnostic instrument that assists the Practical Nursing and Surgical Technology educational programs to evaluate academic, test taking, and social skills of new applicants to their program. Based upon the profile generated with this test, the Practical Nursing and Surgical Technology programs can more objectively screen applicants for admissions. It also assists WDT in providing information that will help the instructors meet your individual needs as a student while attend the program. There is a $30.00 testing fee to take the HOBET.
The HOBET contains 6 sections, administered in this order:
| 1. Comprehensive Math |
30 minutes
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| 2. Reading Rate |
1 minutes |
| 3. Reading Comprehension |
30 minutes |
| 4. Stressful Situations |
12 minutes |
| 5. Learning Styles |
20 minutes |
| 6. Test Taking Skills |
20 minutes |
Essential Math Skills includes:
Algebra Equations
Decimal Operations
Fraction Operations
Number System Conversions
Percentage Operations
Reading Rate and Comprehension:
Will measure how fast you read and how well you comprehend what you read by having you answer questions related to the main ideas and predicting outcomes.
Stressful Situations:
This allows you to agree/disagree with statements related to various stressors in your life.
Learning Styles:
This will profile what type of a learner you are and what types of learning opportunity works best for you.
Test Taking Skills:
Covers test taking strategy and skills.
We offer the HOBET test Monday - Friday at:
Your testing results will print out immediately and an Admissions Specialist will review your results with you.
To schedule a test, please call 605-718-2565 or click HERE to register online.