CLEP
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The College Board’s College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) has been the most widely trusted credit-by-examination program for over 40 years, accepted by 2,900 colleges and universities and administered in more than 1,800 test centers. This rigorous program allows students to demonstrate their mastery of college-level material in introductory subjects and earn college credit saving themselves time and money.
- Verify your school accepts the CLEP test you plan to take. University of Louisville students visit the Office of Admissions website for this information. **Medical schools do not accept CLEP credit for their pre-requisite courses. Students seeking admission to other professional schools or institutions should check with those institution’s admission’s requirements.*
- Prepare for the exam. There is a 90-day waiting period and additional fees for retakes. Visit www.collegeboard.org for recommended textbooks and study materials. Check out the Modern States Education Alliance which offers FREE online classes and upon completion of their program will give you a voucher to "purchase" your CLEP test for FREE.
- $35.00 Fee High School students and 1st semester freshmen ONLY can call our office for a $10.00 discount code. Unqualified registrants will be required to pay the additional $10 before admittance. If you refuse, the $25 already paid will be forfeited.
- Bring your government issued photo ID and CLEP ticket to your appointment.
- Visit the CLEP for Military page for qualification information and to register. If you don't qualify, please register using the regular CLEP exam link.
- Verify your school accepts the CLEP test you plan to take. University of Louisville students visit the Office of Admissions website for this information. **Medical schools do not accept CLEP credit for their pre-requisite courses. Students seeking admission to other professional schools or institutions should check with those institution’s admission’s requirements.*
- Prepare for the exam. There is a 90-day waiting period for retakes. Visit www.collegeboard.org for recommended textbooks and study materials.
- After choosing your CLEP exam you will be given a CLEP ticket number.
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ADA Accommodations:
Accommodations such as extended time, reduced distraction, a reader or a scribe, must be approved by UofL's Disability Resource Center (502-852-6938). Please call our office before scheduling any exam.