International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme: IB is an international education program that offers a rigorous curriculum. IB students can earn college credit by completing certain IB exams.
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP): CLEP is a program that offers college-level exams in a variety of subjects. By passing a CLEP exam, students can earn college credit.
DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST): DSST is a program similar to CLEP that offers college-level exams in a variety of subjects. By passing a DSST exam, students can earn college credit.
ACE CREDIT: Credit from ACE's (American Council on Education) Recommended College Credit List can be awarded from training, professional workshops, and independent studies.
Pearson’s Exams for Credit: Exams provided by Pearson measure skills and knowledge gained from professional certifications and training programs.
OnTrack: Through OnTrack students demonstrate what they know—on their terms and their schedule—by taking online exams from more than 300 colleges.
Experience Plus Program (EPP) at Thomas Edison State University: Provides undergraduate course credit for real-life knowledge, skills, and experience.
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA): Some colleges and universities offer PLA, which allows students to earn college credit for learning gained outside of traditional college courses. Options for earning PLA credits include portfolio assessment, experiential learning assessment, and challenge exams.
MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses): Some MOOCs offered by reputable institutions may be eligible for college credit through credit transfer agreements with specific colleges and universities.
Military Training and Experience: Military service members can earn college credit for their training and experience through programs such as the GI Bill and the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF).
Corporate Training Programs: Some companies offer training programs that may be eligible for college credit through partnerships with educational institutions.
Professional Certifications: In certain fields, professional certifications may be eligible for college credit, especially in business, technology, and healthcare.