How are CLEP scores sent to colleges and universities?

The data is sent from an anonymous server at ETS to an email address provided by the college or university. The email contains a URL that accesses the encrypted file.

What is a good score on the CLEP test?

50

What is a passing grade for a CLEP test?

63%

What is the highest score on the Spanish CLEP test?

80

How does Clep show up on transcript?

Your CLEP, DSST and AP transcripts are simply a record of the exams you’ve taken, when you’ve taken them and your scores. From then on if you transfer to another college, they’ll typically be listed on your last transcript along with the courses you took at your last college.

How is the CLEP exam scores?

CLEP uses “rights only” scoring, which means that the exams are scored without a penalty for incorrect guessing. Instead, it is converted into a scaled score by a process that adjusts for the level of question difficulty on the different forms of the test. The scaled scores are reported on a scale of 20 to 80.

Do colleges accept CLEP?

California State accepts 31 of the 33 CLEP exams for college credit but caps the number of CLEP credits applied to a degree to only 30. However, this limit does not include Advanced Placement examinations, so it may be possible to stack CLEP and AP examinations to maximize alternative credit.

Can you cancel a CLEP test?

To cancel a CLEP exam, contact the test center you booked with. Cancellation policies vary across locations so a refund on your test center fees is not guaranteed. If you have already bought your exam ticket, contact the College Board within 7 days to cancel it for a refund.

How much is the CLEP exam?

Select from the list of 34 CLEP exams below. Each exam costs $89. Additional administrative fees may be charged by the test center.

At what age can you take CLEP tests?

This exam is an excellent option for homeschool students because there is no age requirement! This can’t usually be said for college courses. (Note: A simple parental waiver is required for children under age 13.) Whether you’re 14 or 84, anyone can take any CLEP exam at any time.

Which statement about credit for a CLEP exam is true?

Credit for an exam typically equals what students enrolled in the course would earn. * This is exactly correct.

What score do you need to pass the Spanish CLEP test?

How do I get my CLEP scores?

There are three ways to request a transcript in My Account:

  1. Click on “Request a Transcript” in the dropdown menu under My CLEP Account.
  2. Click on MyAccount Overview, and you will see a link called “Request a Transcript.”
  3. Click on My CLEP Exam Scores and scroll to the bottom of the page under Order Transcripts.

What free resource exists to help students prepare for CLEP exams?

Free Online CLEP Courses Modern States is a nonprofit education alliance dedicated to college access for all, and its Freshman Year for Free program helps students earn up to one year of college credit without tuition or textbook expenses.

Are CLEP exams harder than AP?

CLEP vs AP Test Difficulty: Which is Harder? According to May 2019 pass rate data, students may have found AP exams more difficult. CLEP exams had a 68% pass rate while AP exams had a 65% pass rate. However, there were many more AP examinees than CLEP test takers.

Can a CLEP test replace a grade?

Nearly every college that accepts CLEP has the policy that you cannot use a CLEP exam to replace a grade of a course you have previously taken. So if you need to replace a grade with a better one from the same college, your best bet is to enroll in the course again in-class or online.

Can I take CLEP in high school?

CLEP is becoming a viable option for high school students to earn college credit prior to college enrollment. In identifying students who may benefit from taking a CLEP exam, keep in mind subject areas where the student excels and there is not an AP Exam.

Can I Clep a class I failed?

Some colleges won’t grant credit for a CLEP exam if you’ve already attempted a college-level course closely aligned with that exam. Also, some colleges won’t allow you to earn CLEP credit for a course that you failed.

Are CLEP exams difficult?

CLEP exams are not difficult. Most of the exams are multiple-choice, and there is no penalty for guessing. Study guides are available to help you prepare. Some people have used study guides to pass CLEP exams in a very short period of time with no prior knowledge of the subjects.

What happens if you fail a CLEP exam?

You may not repeat an exam of the same title within three months of the initial testing date. If you retake the exam within the three-month period, your administration will be considered invalid, your score will be canceled and any test fees will be forfeited.”