New Spartan Days

York College offers several math courses tailored to prepare you for the quantitative activities you will pursue in your major. The mathematics placement assessments are designed to help determine which math course is right for you.  Students must complete the placement assessments before they can schedule classes, so please take the assessments before you arrive for your New Spartan Day.

Which assessment do I take?

All majors (including Undeclared) will take the Algebra Assessment. However, you only need to take the Calculus Assessment if you are currently declared or interested in declaring one of the following majors:

• Biochemistry
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Cannabis Chemistry
• Forensic Chemistry
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity Management
• Engineering Management
• Medical Humanities
• Health Sciences
• Premedical Sciences
• Writing (Technical Communication)
• Mathematics
• Mid-Level Education - Mathematics
• Secondary Education Biology
• Secondary Education General Science
• Secondary Education Mathematics

What to Expect from the Math Assessment

Each assessment has 33 questions, and you will have 180 minutes to complete each test. If needed, you may take an assessment a total of two (2) times. A calculator may be used during the assessment.

If you are interrupted or lose internet service, you'll be able to resume where you left off as long as you log back into the assessment within the same day.

How can I take the assessment? 

• Go to the Stemify website to take the exam. Click on YCP.
• Enter your MyYCP username and password.
• The menu located in the upper left corner of your screen will provide you access to the Learning Library (available for you to review many relevant math concepts that will help you to be successful) and the Placement Tests.

I don't have a math-related major / I took AP-level math in high school. Should I still take the assessment?

Yes, all new YCP students need to have a math assessment score on their student record.

What if I need help?

For technical support (e.g., trouble accessing the test, problems during the test), please reach out to support@stemify.ai

For advising-related questions, please contact the Academic Advising Center at 717.815.1531 or academicadvising@ycp.edu.

It is crucial, regardless of your major, that you take a world language assessment to ensure you are placed at the course level giving you the greatest chance of success. Please complete the assessment at least 48 hours before arriving for your New Spartan Day. Even if you do not have immediate plans to enroll in a French, German, or Spanish course, this language self- assessment is required..

How do I complete the assessment? 

• Access the placement assessment
• When prompted, log into the assessment using the same information you used when completing your application. This is not your YCP email address.
• Once you have completed the assessment, keep the email sent to your email, or screenshot your results. This will be used during class registration during your New Spartan Day!

What to Expect with Your Language Placement Assessment

The assessment will only take a few minutes to complete. Towards the end of the assessment you will receive a course level that fits your needs based on your responses. Following that you will have the option to select that course, or an earlier course based on your comfort level. We recommend taking a screenshot of the recommended language result, this will be helpful to you when registering for classes at New Spartan Day. 

Does York College offer study abroad opportunities?

Regardless of whether you take a foreign language course or not, you can improve your language skills with study abroad! We offer mini-mester and full-semester opportunities in dozens of countries for truly life-changing experiences. 

What if I have questions about the assessment?

German or French Language: Dr. Mary Boldt - mboldt@ycp.edu

Spanish Language: Dr. Jose Luis de Ramon Ruiz - jderamonruiz@ycp.edu 

Recommended routes to campus:

• Using Interstate 83 - 
  These directions work for travel on both Interstate 83 North and South. You will follow the interstate to Exit 15 (S. George Street). Follow the road until you come to the first traffic signal. You will merge onto George Street, and go straight through the second light. At the third light located at the intersection of Country Club Road, and George Street (WellSpan York Hospital will be on your right) you will use the 2 left lanes to make a left turn. In about half a mile, York College will be on your right.
• Using US-30 W - 
  Follow signs for York until you come to the traffic signal at the intersection of N. Hills Road and US-30 W. Turn left onto N. Hills Road and go straight until you reach Market Street. Turn right onto Market Street and then take the next left onto S. Belmont Street. Turn left onto Interstate 83 South. From here follow the directions above.
• Using US-30 E - 
  Find your way to US-30 E. This road will eventually turn into PA-462 E. Follow this road into York City. When you get to the York FairGrounds, take the next right onto Richland Avenue. Follow Richland Avenue until you reach Country Club Road, where you will make a left turn. York’s campus will be on your left in about half a mile.

Below are additional resources that can be used that will track local construction projects, travel conditions, and other items to help make your trip to York College as seamless as possible!

• penndot.pa.gov/RegionalOffices/district-8/ConstructionsProjectsAndRoadwork/Pages/default.aspx
• yorkcity.org/traffic-advisories-and-street-closings-in-the-city-of-york-47/
• 511pa.com/
• yorkpa.org/events/

Yes. Registration for New Spartan Days opens on May 1, and all incoming first-year students must register for one New Spartan Day. 

You do not, however, need to register for Fall Orientation. Just show up in August, and we will be ready for you!

No. Only students are required to attend the course registration/advising session. Students will also complete additional sessions during the New Spartan Day experience. 

However, we will host sessions for family members as a part of New Spartan Days to assist in their transition to our community. You may bring up to two guests.

No, we have you covered! 

You may want to bring your own notebook and pen.

Yes, with the assistance of our professional staff and student peer advisors, you will get to choose your own schedule! 

Every major, including Undeclared students, has a suggested course sequence to follow. Our trained advisors will guide you as you make the appropriate class choices for your first semester.  

Yes, you will get a full course schedule! 

It is possible that some courses, such as those in the First Year Seminar, may be full — so you may not always get your first choice. There is a course sequence recommended to follow for all majors, but you will have great choices regardless of which orientation date you choose!