CLEP Testing
College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a credit by examination test given here in the Testing Center. There are two categories of CLEP: General and Subject. General Examinations cover material usually taught during the first two years of college. They include English Composition, Humanities, College Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and History. Subject Examinations are more detailed and cover material taught in an undergraduate course with a similar title.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- How do I arrange to take this test and what is the cost?
Please visit the CLEP webpage, www.clep.org to register and pay CLEP for the exam. Once you complete the registration and receive a registration number, schedule your test HERE.
WCC requires an additional $30 fee for providing its services. This fee must be paid to Washtenaw Community College by check or money order only. Please bring the check or money order to the Testing Center on the day you test. - Where do I take the test?
In the Testing Center. It is located on the 3rd floor of the Student Center building, Room SC 300A. - What should I study?
You may purchase an official CLEP Study Guide on the CLEP Website. - What is the benefit of taking the CLEP test?
You can receive credit for what you already know. You're rewarded for concepts that you've learned either through individual study or experience. You can save time and money by not having to go to class and you pay just the cost of the CLEP test and the proctoring fee instead of paying the tuition fee. - When do I receive my score?
After completion of your test you'll receive an instant score report, with the exception of the English Composition essay for which the results will be sent within two weeks of scoring. Scoring of essays takes place once a month and is not done by the college. - How much credit can I receive?
That depends on the college and how they view CLEP tests. It's important to research policies at the colleges you're interested in attending (or the one you're attending). Before you take a test find out if you college even recognizes CLEP credit by examination. Also note that not all colleges award the same amount of credit for an individual test. Also some colleges limit the total amount of credit you can earn through CLEP testing. Individual schools also have different recommended scores. - Which CLEP exams are accepted?
That also varies from college to college. You should research the academic policies of your college to determine if the CLEP test will be accepted. - Are there any other things I should know?
Some colleges won't grant credit for a CLEP exam if you've already attempted a college-level course closely aligned with the exam. For example, if you successfully complete an English 101 class or a comparable course on another campus, you'll probably not be permitted to receive CLEP credit in that subject also. Some colleges will not permit you to earn CLEP credit for a course that you failed. Also note that some colleges only award CLEP credit to their enrolled students. There are other stipulations that vary from college to college. You'll have to research specific ones. - Where can I get more information?
You can get more information at CLEP Website.