CLEP, the College-Level Examination Program, is the most widely
accepted credit-by-examination program in the country. CLEP
examinations allow a person to demonstrate knowledge that has been
acquired through independent study, academic interests, or
on-the-job training. CLEP may entitle an individual to earn from 3
to 6 hours of college credit for each test successfully completed.
Western is pleased to be a part of the CLEP family, providing
service not only to our students, but to the community.
Each college sets its own policy regarding how much credit and for
what courses credit will be given. Before registering for the CLEP,
it is the examinees responsibility to find out the following
information:
- Does the college where you are reporting the scores to
recognize CLEP exams
- What score is needed to receive credit(s)?
- Are there additional requirements before credit is granted?
WESTERN’S ‘TRANSFER’ POLICY
• All CLEP examinations are available to take through Western’s
Testing Center. However, Western does not grant credit for all
exams. To see how each CLEP examination "transfers" to Western,
click here.
• Twelve credit hours must be completed and earned at WOSC before
CLEP exams are entered on transcript and used for you degree.
TEST PREPARATION:
The Official Study Guide for the CLEP Examinations contains
descriptions of all CLEP exams, sample exam questions and answers,
test preparation in every subject, test-taking strategies and
general information about CLEP.
The Guide may be purchased through The College Board by calling
1-800-323-7155. Cost is $25.00 + postage. Old textbooks may also
come in handy as a review for exams. You may also visit the College
Board website (http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/exams.html)
for more information and descriptions of each exam.
REGISTRATION:
Examinees must make an appointment with the Testing Center for the
exam. This can be done by calling 580-477-7714 or emailing
karla.moore@wosc.edu to
schedule the appointment.
The Examinee must present a VALID photo ID (i.e., driver's license,
passport, etc.) on test day.
TESTING LOCATION:
The CLEP exams are administered in the Testing Center (SSC 206)
located in the main building on campus.
All exams are computer based. In addition, some exams require a hand
written essay. Please check with the institution granting credit if
an essay is required.
FEES:
The cost of most CLEP exams is $70 with an additional $20
administration fee. If the exam requires an essay test (Freshman
College Composition) , there is an additional charge of $10.
Active duty military members only need to pay the $20 administration
fee. Payment is made the day the exam with cash, check, debit or
credit card, or money order.
Results are available after the test is completed.
