Credit By Examination
Students who can provide tangible evidence of preparation to challenge a course, such as a transcript of similar College level credits, record of military study, certification or license, standardized test scores, or written statements from employers regarding training or directly related work experience indicating that they may be proficient in a subject, may request credit by examination. A written request must be made to the proper Department Chairperson on a form obtained from the Student Records and Registration Office. This test must be administered immediately after the 10 percent point in the semester.
Examinations are comprehensive and must be approved by the supervisor of the instructor administering the exam. The examination may be oral, performance, written, or a combination of these methods. To receive credit by examination, the score must be above average (“A” or “B”). A grade of “A” or “B” will be posted on the transcript of the student who successfully completes the examination. The decision of the examining instructor is final.
No student may request a second test for Credit by Examination in the same course or request Credit by Examination in a course after receiving any recorded grade for that course. Exceptions must have approval of the Vice President for Instruction.
Because of specific requirements, credit for certain courses may not be received through Credit by Examination. Students who request Credit by Examination must:
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Enroll as a credit student in the course to be challenged and pay tuition if enrolled on part-time basis. There is no extra charge for full-time students who are taking at least 16 credit hours.
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Present evidence of proficiency, complete the written request form, and have the request approved prior to the 10 percent point of the semester.
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Remain enrolled and attend class until the examination is administered. During this period, students who have written approval for the exam may attend class without purchasing textbooks and materials. If books are purchased and returned for refund, they must be in new condition.
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Students who are very confident of passing the exam may request a course overload.
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Students who perform on the exam at a level sufficient to get credit may leave the course and will be awarded a grade of “A” or “B” for the course. Receiving credit does not entitle the student to a tuition refund.
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Students who do not receive credit by examination will remain in the class to earn credit at the end of the semester.
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Students who receive financial assistance of any type are required to inform the director of their assistance program that they are seeking credit by exam. Assistance may be reduced and reimbursement will be required if the course load is reduced by receiving credit by examination.
Any exceptions to these procedures must have prior written approval by the appropriate Department Chairperson, Division Dean and the Vice President for Instruction.
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