CLEP Testing
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) provides students an opportunity to earn college credit by passing an exam rather than completing coursework. CLEP exams are applicable to many courses offered at WSC and are offered throughout the school year. When you pass a CLEP exam, you’ll receive credit for the designated class.
For more information, to register for CLEP, or to find out about current fees, costs, and scores of the examinations and study guide, please contact the Holland Academic Success Center.
CLEP testing procedures
CLEP exams are usually given at WSC in the Holland Academic Success Center during the school year. Exam dates and times should be confirmed in advance. Most examinations take about 90 minutes. While there are fees for the CLEP test, WSC does not charge tuition fees for credit hours earned through CLEP. Examinations are administered by computer and scored instantly. A few exams require a lab or essay be completed.
How to sign up for a CLEP exam:
- Visit the CLEP website at clep.collegeboard.org.
- Register for the exam you wish to take.
- Email the Holland Academic Success Center at [email protected] to notify them you have registered to take a CLEP exam.
- Someone will contact you to follow up and set a date that works.
CLEP study guide
The WSC Conn Library circulation desk has the "CLEP Official Study Guide," which describes each examination followed by sample questions. The study guide can usually help you decide if you have enough knowledge about particular academic areas to attempt the related CLEP exams. The study guide may be borrowed on an overnight basis, or you can purchase it through the WSC bookstore or CLEP website at clep.collegeboard.org/.