{"id":15813,"date":"2014-12-05T19:54:34","date_gmt":"2014-12-05T19:54:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/?page_id=15813"},"modified":"2026-05-11T14:27:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T19:27:59","slug":"clep","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/","title":{"rendered":"CLEP Exams"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>For an efficient and effective way to get college hours out of the way, CLEP offers 34 tests covering material students usually find themselves tackling in their first two years of college.<\/p>\n<p>With subjects from Biology to American Literature to Government, CLEP offers a variety of tests. Depending on the university, passing a CLEP test equates to completing three to twelve hours varying from subject to subject.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Free_CLEP_Practice_Tests\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Free CLEP Practice Tests<\/h2>\n<p>Use the free CLEP practice test questions below to get a better understanding of the CLEP exam. Take advantage of this valuable free CLEP prep to pinpoint your strengths and weaknesses.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"yellow_buttons\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/american-government\/\">American Government<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/american-literature\/\">American Literature<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/analyzing-interpreting-literature\/\">Analyzing and Interpreting Literature<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/biology\/\">Biology<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/college-algebra\/\">College Algebra<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/college-composition\/\">College Composition<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/college-math\/\">College Mathematics<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/english-literature\/\">English Literature<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/history-of-the-united-states-i\/\">History of the United States I<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/history-of-the-united-states-ii\/\">History of the United States II<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/human-growth-and-development\/\">Human Growth and Development<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/humanities\/\">Humanities<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/information-systems\/\">Information Systems<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/introductory-business-law\/\">Introductory Business Law<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/introductory-psychology\/\">Introductory Psychology<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/natural-science\/\">Natural Sciences<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/principles-of-management\/\">Principles of Management<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/principles-of-microeconomics\/\">Principles of Microeconomics<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/social-sciences-and-history\/\">Social Sciences and History<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/western-civilization-i\/\">Western Civilization I<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/clep\/western-civilization-ii\/\">Western Civilization II<br \/>Practice Test<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"What_is_a_CLEP_Exam\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>What is a CLEP Exam?<\/h2>\n<p>CLEP stands for College-Level Examination Program, which is a program offered by the College Board to help students receive college credits before taking a particular college course. Taking and passing a CLEP exam allows you to utilize your current experience and expertise faster and cheaper.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"Benefits_of_Taking_a_CLEP_Exam\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>Benefits of Taking a CLEP Exam<\/h2>\n<p>There are many potential benefits of taking a CLEP exam, including the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You can obtain a degree in a shorter amount of time.<\/li>\n<li>The exams are less expensive than college courses. In fact, students who earn 15 credits through CLEP exams can save between $5,000 and $17,000.<\/li>\n<li>Students who take the CLEP exams typically have higher GPAs.<\/li>\n<li>Military personnel and their spouses can take the CLEP exams for free.\n<li>Veterans of the military qualify for the military discounts and benefits package.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"CLEP_Registration\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>CLEP Registration<\/h2>\n<p>You can register for your chosen CLEP exam online via the College Board website.<\/p>\n<p>During the registration process, you will need to pay the $90 exam fee. You will also choose whether to take the exam at a testing center or remotely. If you are taking the exam in-person, you must ensure that you print out your examination ticket once you have completed the registration process.<\/p>\n<p>You can receive a refund for the CLEP exams for up to 7 days after you complete the purchase.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"How_to_Pass_the_CLEP_Exam\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>How to Pass the CLEP Exam<\/h2>\n<p>Think you aren\u2019t a good test-taker? Maybe on a study-time crunch? Or just don\u2019t know how to begin studying? Mometrix has designed a new Study Secrets course to help every student, no matter what study scenario you are in. Here\u2019s what you\u2019ll find in the Study Secrets Course:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Techniques to Conquer Procrastination<\/li>\n<li>Steps to building a Study Plan custom to your learning style<\/li>\n<li>7 Effective Note-Taking Methods<\/li>\n<li>Test-Taking Tips<\/li>\n<li>Memory Techniques and Mnemonics<\/li>\n<li>And much more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Everyone learns differently, so we\u2019ve tailored our Study Secrets Course to ensure every learner has what they need to prepare for their upcoming exam or semester. Click below to check it out!<\/p>\n<div class=\"buttonlinks\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/university\/studysecrets\/\" class=\"class_names\" style=\"color:black;\" onclick=\"_paq.push(['trackEvent', 'Course Button', 'Course Click', Study Course Click']);\">Study Secrets Online Course<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"CLEP_Scores\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>CLEP Scores<\/h2>\n<p>CLEP exams are scored so that one point is awarded for each correct answer, and you will not have points taken away for any incorrect answers. You will also not have points taken away if you skip a question altogether.<\/p>\n<p>The number of correct answers you have will be your raw score. The raw score will be converted into a scaled score, which is typically in numeric form ranging from 20 to about 80.<\/p>\n<p>Your unofficial score report will be available on your screen as soon as you finish the exam, and an official report will be made available the next day when you log in to your CLEP account.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"pt-page\"><span id=\"FAQs\" class=\"m-toc-anchor\"><\/span>FAQs<\/h2>\n<div class=\"faq-list\">\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">Who can take a CLEP exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>All CLEP exams are available for anyone age 13 or older living in the United States.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How many questions are on a CLEP exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The number of questions on an exam will differ according to the subject of the exam and whether the exam is formatted to correspond to a one-semester college course or a two-year college course.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">What types of questions are on a CLEP exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The majority of questions on the CLEP exams are multiple-choice, and some exams include essay questions. If you take the World Language exams, you will also have questions with auditory components.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">How long is a CLEP exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>The time limit for most CLEP exams is 90 minutes.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"qa_wrap\">\n<div class=\"q_item text_bold\">\n<h4 class=\"letter\">Q<\/h4>\n<p style=\"line-height: unset;\">Can you retake a CLEP exam?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"a_item\">\n<h4 class=\"letter text_bold\">A<\/h4>\n<p>Yes, you may take a CLEP exam as many times as you wish. There is a 90-day waiting period between each attempt.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"home-buttons\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mometrix.com\/academy\/\">Mometrix Academy &#8211; Home<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For an efficient and effective way to get college hours out of the way, CLEP offers 34 tests covering material students usually find themselves tackling in their first two years of college. With subjects from Biology to American Literature to Government, CLEP offers a variety of tests. 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