How to Use Clep Exams to Save Time and Money when Earning Degrees Online San Jose CA

A great way to fast-track online college degrees and keep tuition costs to a minimum is to register and take College-Level Examination Program® (CLEP) tests that can earn you credits toward degrees online.

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Steps

  1. Find a CLEP testing center near you. You can do this through a search online or by using the phone book. You will need to make sure that you have located one that allows you to test there for the online schools you have applied to.
  2. Register for the CLEP tests that can help you complete your college education online. Most tests that count towards online college degrees will cost about $65 in addition to administration fees.
  3. Contact the center to make any special accommodations or arrangements for people with disabilities.
  4. Start your CLEP preparations by requesting study guides either directly from the CLEP testing center or your specific college online to help you prepare. You should not take these tests lightly since they are helping you earn fast online degrees and saving you a great deal of money.
  5. On the day of the test, complete all of the exams in the time allotted. An instant score report will be provided so you know whether you passed and can use your test score to earn credits toward your online college degrees.

Tips

  • Make sure to indicate which online colleges your scores should be sent to, or if you have not decided which online colleges you will apply to yet, you will need to request a transcript with your test scores be sent to the school so you can receive your credits.
  • Over 2,900 colleges and online schools grant credits for passing CLEP exams currently. With the aid of online college directories it is easier than ever to find online schools that can help you save time and money on the road to graduation

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