CCE Dual-Credit Options - CLEP and AP Exam Guidance - Earn College Credit

Sep 27, 2026

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CCE students can earn dual credit through CLEP exams or AP exams, with guidance on typical prep timelines, required materials, and how testing is scheduled. CLEP preparation often takes 4–8 weeks after high school coursework, uses official study guides, and tests can be taken at local colleges any time during the year for about $100 per exam. Passing scores and transfer policies determine awarded credits. AP options include self-study after classes, annual May testing, minimum score requirements, essay components, registration through local high schools, and rules for transcript notation.

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CLEP exams

CLEP prep timeline and study guides

Testing logistics, cost, and passing scores

Score and college credit transfer checks

AP exams

Eligibility and self-study approach

Scoring, exam structure, and yearly schedule

Local high school registration and transcript rules

Preparation resources

CCE Dual-Credit Options Cornerstone students can receive dual-credit through CLEP exams and AP exams. CLEP 1. Most CLEP prep takes 4-8 weeks of extra study after the high school course. 2. Each CLEP exam has an official study guide. (REA series is solid) 3. CLEP prep lesson plans with study plans and extra study resource recommendations can be found here: ClepPrep-Start Your Journey. They are helpful! 4. Students can take CLEP tests at any local college at any time during the year. Just call the college testing center to schedule an exam. 5. Each test costs about $100, plus any test prep materials. 6. A score of 50 is passing. A passing score gives you 3-8 credits. Some colleges do require higher scores. 7. You can check colleges to see which CLEP tests they accept, what score they require, AND what the CLEP exam transfers in as. To determine this Google search Purdue CLEP or Cedarville CLEP, etc. 8. General Info: Earn College Credit with CLEP – CLEP | College Board AP Exams 1. Public schools that teach AP classes teach to the exam, however you can self-study and take an AP exam after completing a class in that subject. (Biology= AP Biology, HS English class= AP English Language, etc.) 2. You need a minimum score of 3 out of 5 to get credit at most colleges. Scores of 4 or 5 can get you more credit or credit for a more advanced course. Check online to find the credit earned at a specific college. 3. All AP exams have essay components-even math. 4. AP exams are only given once a year, in May. 5. AP exams must be taken through a local high school. 6. You must contact the local high school in September to sign-up for the exam. 7. AP exams require specific preparation. The official AP study guides explain the topics on the exams, but most students need extra study resources. DIVE produces AP prep materials for math and science. There are many free online resources for specific topics. 8. You can’t put “AP Biology” on your HS transcript, but you can put “Honors Biology with AP exam” ifyou take the exam. 9. General Info: Advanced Placement® (AP)– The College Board Compiled by Debbie Griffin, updated May 2023

FAQs

How long does CLEP preparation usually take after high school coursework?

Most CLEP prep takes about 4–8 weeks of extra study after the high school course.

Where and when can students take CLEP tests, and what does each test cost?

Students can take CLEP tests at any local college at any time during the year. Each test costs about $100, plus any prep materials.

What are key rules for taking AP exams, including timing and where to register?

AP exams are given once a year in May and must be taken through a local high school. Students typically contact the local high school in September to sign up, and AP exams include essay components even in math.

Sep 27, 2026

Uploaded by aboduw