College Credit by Exam
College Level Examination Program (CLEP On-line )
- What is The College Level Examination Program?
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The CLEP enables nontraditional and traditional students to earn college credit by examination. Underlying the program are the beliefs that the future calls for more education for all citizens; that flexibility, innovation, and independent study are essential in education. What a person knows is more important than how he or she came to know it and that academic credit by examination is one key to a more flexible educational system.
Requirements differ from college to college, please check with the school where you are enrolled before taking any CLEP exams. You can choose from over 38 test titles in the areas of Composition and Literature, Foreign Languages, History and Social Science, Business, Science and Mathematics.
- Is the CLEP test a timed test?
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The CLEP test is a timed test. The number of questions and length of time varies depending upon the subject matter.
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How much does it cost to take a CLEP? (Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Board of Regents)
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The cost is $80.00 per test and a $40.00 non-refundable service fee per testing period. Unless it's a medical emergency, another $40.00 fee needs to be paid to reschedule the test.
The fee for the optional essays is $10.
Service Fee Payments MUST be one of the following:
· Cash
· Money Order
· Cashier Check
· Debit Card
· Credit Card
NO CHECKS
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How much does it cost for MILITARY personnel to take the CLEP? (Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Board of Regents)
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Every college testing center has the ability to administer all 35 CLEP exams to eligible military personnel. Military personnel who are eligible will have the fee of $80.00 waived. The fee for the optional essays is $10. For information on who is eligible contact a testing center. Military are required to pay a service fee of $40.00 per test.
Service Fee Payments MUST be one of the following:
· Cash
· Money Order
· Cashier Check
· Debit Card
· Credit Card
NO CHECKS
- How often is the CLEP given?
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The CLEP is administered on-line daily at 8:00AM, 11:00AM and 2:00PM. All test participants must register in advance.
- What IDs are required when taking a CLEP exam?
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Candidates must present TWO forms of ID when taking a CLEP exam. Candidates must present one photo bearing ID and one signature bearing ID. The following IDs are acceptable: current driver's license, passport or current student ID with a photo.
- How many credits can I earn?
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A cumulative total of 30 credits may be earned by taking CLEP tests. The number of credits a client can earn ranges form 3 to 12, when receiving a passing score. Each type of exam is awarded a specific number of credits. For additional information, come to the Testing Center for a CLEP packet and the pamphlet "What Your CLEP Score Means".
For additional information on the CLEP visit the following web sites:
Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST - On-line)
- What is DSST?
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The Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) is a nationally recognized testing program that gives you the opportunity to receive college credit for learning acquired outside the traditional college classroom. Thousands of individuals, particularly adults who are interested in boosting their careers, take the DSSTs annually and receive college credit. This exam speeds the educational process and provides the flexibility adults need, making earning a degree more feasible.
No perquisites are required to take the DSSTs; however, because requirements differ from college to college, please check with the school where you are enrolled before taking any DSSTs. Over 1,200 colleges and universities currently award credit for DSSTs, and the number is growing every day. You can choose from over 37 test titles in the areas of Social Science, Business, Mathematics, Applied Technology, Humanities, and Physical Science.
- Is the DSSTs a timed test?
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The DSSTs on-line tests are timed.
- How often is the DSSTs given?
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The DSSTs is administered daily by appointment only. All test participants must register in advance. The on-line version is available on a first come first serve basis and may be taken on shorter notice than the prior paper versions. If taking the Public Speaking Test allow approximately two to six weeks for scoring.
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How much is the test fee? (Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Board of Regents)
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The cost of the DSSTs on-line versions are $80.00 with a non-refundable service fee of $40.00. Unless it's a medical emergency, another $40.00 fee needs to be paid to reschedule the test.
For additional information, come to the Testing Center for a "DSSTs Candidate Information Bulletin" or download it via the web links (See Sites Below).
Service Fee Payments MUST be one of the following:
· Cash
· Money Order
· Cashier Check
· Debit Card
· Credit Card
NO CHECKS
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How much does it cost for MILITARY personnel to take the Dantes? (Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Board of Regents)
Military personnel who are eligible will have the fee of $80.00 waived for on-line tests ONLY. Military are required to pay a service fee of $40.00 per test. This fee is non-refundable. Unless it's a medical emergency, another $40.00 fee needs to be paid to reschedule the test.
For additional information, come to the Testing Center for a "DSSTs Candidate Information Bulletin" or download it via the web links (See Sites Below).
Service Fee Payments MUST be one of the following:
· Cash
· Money Order
· Cashier Check
· Debit Card
· Credit Card
NO CHECKS
For additional information on the Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSSTs) visit the following web sites:
