Credit by Examination
Earn college credit for your prior knowledge through various exam programs at UW-Green Bay. Explore the different opportunities below to accelerate your degree and save on tuition costs.
CLEP Exams
The CLEP program allows you to test out of introductory courses by demonstrating mastery of various subjects. Take your CLEP exams at UW-Green Bay Testing Services.
DSST Exams
Originally designed for military personnel, DSST exams are now available to all students and offer credit for learning in a variety of subjects.
AP Exams
If you’ve completed Advanced Placement (AP) courses in high school, you can earn credit by achieving qualifying scores on AP exams.
IB Exams
Students who have completed an International Baccalaureate (IB) program may be eligible for college credit based on their IB exam scores.
Other Credit for Prior Learning Options
If standardized testing doesn't suit your prior learning, we offer other options to earn credit based on your experiences and skills.
Challenge Exams
Test out of specific courses by taking a Challenge Exam created by UW-Green Bay faculty.
CPL Portfolio
Create a portfolio that demonstrates your learning from work or life experiences for potential college credit.
Retroactive Credits
Earn retroactive credit for courses you’ve tested out of in world languages, math and more.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions about earning credit for prior learning, feel free to contact us at testing@uwgb.edu or 920-465-2221.