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Getting started is easy… STEP 1 Get your testing plan Our educators review and approve your credit by exam testing plan outlining all of the eligible courses accepted by your school.2 Most plans are ready in about 72 hours STEP 2 Choose your courses Using your testing plan, choose the courses you need and take the tests at a nearby testing center in the order and pace that works best for you.3 83% of students only need a few days to prepare STEP 3 Transfer your credits Your scores are automatically transferred to your school, saving you thousands of dollars and 100+ hours of in-person class time with each exam.1 Transfer as many credits as your school allows Get started today — it’s easy students got started in the last week Accepted by 2,900+ colleges and universities What's included We include everything you need to earn college credit through proficiency exams. 24/7 online access and educator support is included. 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We're committed getting rid of the hassles that make earning college credit by exam so hard to navigate. $13Kaverage student savings1 5Xfaster than traditional college courses1 83%cheaper than traditional college credits1 2,900+participating colleges & universities Our Happy Grad Guarantee Your results matter to us and we want you to be happy and satisfied with your experience. If you're unhappy with your testing plan within the first 30 days after you receive it, we'll work with you to make sure you're satisfied. No questions asked. Still have questions? What is credit by exam? 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. What are the benefits of credit by exam? 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. How does credit by exam work? 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 you want to take for credit using our guide, you’ll refer to the guide that outlines exactly what’s covered in the exam, 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 one of the authorized testing centers listed in the guide. What are the steps to taking my exam? 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. Are there fees to take the exams? 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. Always at your service More questions? Get in touch with our friendly support team and we’ll be happy to help. Contact us