What Is a College Level Examination Program?
The College Level Examination Program (CLEP) is a series of tests which people can use to demonstrate academic proficiency in courses taught at the college level. There are 34 separate CLEP tests available in a variety of subjects including foreign languages, mathematics, business, history, and psychology. Students can opt to participate in the College Level Examination Program for a variety of reasons, and many colleges accept CLEP scores from their students. Each test takes 90 minutes to complete, and consists primarily of multiple choice questions. The tests are designed and administered by the College Board, a testing organization which coordinates the administration of a wide range of standardized tests. The CLEP subject tests cost $70 United States Dollars (USD) each, although certain people may qualify for fee waivers. For students who are entering college, taking College Level Examination Program tests can allow the students to skip prerequisite courses. This can save substanti
