CLEP: College Level Exam Program
CLEP exams give students the opportunity to demonstrate college-level knowledge they've gained through prior study, independent study, or through other courses.
Certain CLEP tests are acceptable for credit at Cal Poly when completed with an appropriate score. Information on which tests are acceptable, the amount of credit that will be given and how the credit will be applied toward meeting degree requirements can be obtained from the Office of Academic Records' Evaluation Unit (805)756-2396.
Credit for CLEP and other externally developed examinations will not be awarded if any of the following apply:
- Examination previously taken within the past year;
- Equivalent degree credit or duplicate credit has already been granted;
- Credit has been granted for previous coursework or for a previously completed more advanced or higher level examination;
- Total amount of credit awarded for externally developed tests exceeds 45 quarter units (Advanced Placement Examination credit excluded from this limit.)
These tests are not administered on the Cal Poly campus. Locally they are available at Cuesta College. Contact their Assessment Services Office (805)546-3951 for details.
Registration forms and further information are available from The College Board.
A printable version of the registration form may be obtained from the Official website.
For additional information, visit the CLEP Contact Page.