Credit for Prior Learning

• Faster time to degree completion
• Cost-effective
• Degree completion at higher rates than for students without credit for prior learning.

Credit for Prior Learning is available to new, current and transfer students who:

1. Are currently enrolled at Minneapolis College and plan to complete a degree, diploma or certificate
2. Hold good academic standing
3. Have not previously taken the course or currently enrolled in the course
4. Work with your advisor if you have questions.

Programs and Certifications

Below are examples of national standardized exams, local exams, or certification that may be applied to a credit for prior learning credit. Visit the Transfer Out webpage for more information.

Advanced Placement (AP)

This examination is administered by the College Board for high school students who have completed certain college-level courses at their high school. Students may earn college credit by demonstrating a specified level of performance on AP exams.

College Level Entrance Program (CLEP)

An examination administered by the College Board through which students of any age have the opportunity to demonstrate college-level achievement through a program of exams in undergraduate college courses.

DANTES Subject Standardized Test (DSST)

A wide range of examinations administered by Prometric that may be considered for college credit.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

A high school course of study for students age 16 to 19 that leads to examinations in various subjects. Students who participate in the full Diploma Program are required to study and take examinations in six different academic subjects.

Military Credit

Military Credit Students who served in the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or Navy (active duty, reserve and veterans) may be awarded college credit for their transcripted military experience and training. 

Take the next step:

• Send your documents to Minneapolis College for evaluation

Download the Minneapolis Public High School Articulation Agreements for:

• Design Theory
• Project Lead the Way Civil Engineering & Architecture
• Machine Shop I & II
• Construction & Welding I & II
• PLTW - Computer Science Essentials
• Healthcare Core

Credit by exam is a process where you may receive credit for a Minneapolis College course in which you feel you already have the required knowledge and skills. Minneapolis College students may, at the discretion of Minneapolis College faculty, earn credit for course-specific examinations chosen by Minneapolis College faculty.

Cost

The price for a credit by exam is 50% of the current per credit tuition rate. This non-refundable fee is paid prior to the assessment.

Take the Next Step

Schedule an exam by contacting the instructor listed in the courses available for credit by exam