Credit by exam is a convenient and affordable alternative to obtaining college credit. It helps students transfer or graduate early and save money by taking exams to earn credit for college courses.

Accepted by 2,900+ US colleges and universities, instead of traditional quarter/semester/yearly in-class courses, students take a single exam that demonstrates proficiency in a given subject.

Utilizing credit by exam, students save precious time and hard earned money and are able to transfer or graduate faster than ever before.

Save time and money by earning credit through exams.

Earning credit through exams costs significantly less than tuition for equivalent course credits. Motivated students who set and stay on track with their study goals can save thousands of dollars by takings exams—compare $75-110 for one 3-credit exam with the average $900-$1,500+ in-state tuition for one 3-credit course.

If you’re already familiar with a subject, you may only need a few days/weeks to refresh or round out your knowledge before scheduling your test.

Earning credit by exam requires you to embark on a period of supported, disciplined self study to gain knowledge of a specific subject.

After you choose the exam(s) you want to take for credit using your testing plan, you’ll refer to the resources and information in your plan to discover exactly what’s covered, where you can find learning materials, and how your test questions will be structured.

When you’re ready, you register for and take your exam at an authorized testing center. Upon completion of your exam, scores are automatically transferred to your school.

1. Choose your exam
Choose your exam, then review what you need to learn. Use reference materials outlined in your exam content guide to create your study plan. Learn how to prepare.

2. Register
Check the academic calendar and choose the term in which you want to take your exam. Then register and pay online or by phone. You’ll be prompted to create an account if you don’t already have one.

3. Practice
Take a self-test with sample exam questions in your content guide. If you want, you can check your readiness by signing up for practice exams.

4. Set your test date
Some tests require you to schedule a specific date and time to take your test. Others just require you to register online and you may be able to walk-in to your testing center at your convenience anytime within testing hours to take your exam.

5. Take your exam
On the day of your exam, bring your required forms of ID to the testing center. For multiple-choice examinations, your results will be generated immediately, while extended response (essay) exams results require a waiting period.

There are usually 2 fees for each test — a general test fee and a smaller “administration” or “proctoring” fee which varies depending on the test and testing location.

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