Standardized Assessments/Examinations
CLEP Examination
The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a national program of credit by examination to obtain recognition of college-level achievement. AIU is a registered CLEP credit-granting institution. AIU awards proficiency credit for comparable coursework based on CLEP examination scores as recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE) for the respective course requirements. Students should work with their Advisor to determine which CLEP examination(s) would work best within their individual degree plan. Students should consult http://www.collegeboard.com to find CLEP examination centers in their areas.
Students must submit an official CLEP score report or have one mailed to the University Registrar Department to be evaluated for potential proficiency credit award. CLEP Examinations can be taken an unlimited number of times; however, once a test is failed, a student must wait six months before the same test can be retaken. If successfully completed, proficiency credit (designated by a grade of “PR”) may be awarded for the respective course.
DSST Examination
DANTES Subject Standardized Testing (DSST) examinations provide another option for students to demonstrate competencies for learning in nontraditional ways. Proficiency credit is awarded for passing scores according to American Council Education (ACE) recommendations for the respective course requirements. More information on study guides and examination options is available at http://www.getcollegecredit.com
Students must submit an official DSST score report or have one mailed to the University Registrar Department to be evaluated for potential proficiency credit award. Students interested in pursuing DSST exams should work with their Advisor to determine which exam(s) would be in their best interest to pursue.
AP Examinations
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations provide students with the opportunity to complete college-level coursework while in high school and to gain valuable skills and study habits for college. If a student achieves a qualifying score of a 3 or higher on the respective AP Examination, proficiency credit may be awarded according to the American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations for the respective course requirements. Students must submit a copy of an official AP score report or have one mailed to the University Registrar Department to be evaluated for potential proficiency credit award.