Are you an LPN or LVN intrested in becoming an RN?
Finish Your Associate Degree Faster—and With Less Debt
You’ve already put in the work to become an LPN or LVN. If you’re ready to take the next step toward an associate degree, you may not have to spend semesters sitting through every general education course.
CLEP and DSST exams can allow you to earn college credit by testing out of eligible general education courses you already know—or can prepare to master independently.
Instead of paying tuition for courses like:
- College Algebra
- English Composition
- Psychology
- Sociology
- History
- U.S. Government
- Biology and other general education subjects
you may be able to study for an exam, pass it, and earn college credit—depending on your school’s policies.
Graduate Faster. Borrow Less.
For LPNs and LVNs pursuing an associate degree, testing out of eligible general education requirements can potentially help you:
Save time — Complete certain requirements without spending an entire semester in the classroom.
Reduce tuition costs — Paying for an exam can cost significantly less than paying tuition for a full college course.
Get to the finish line faster — Knock out eligible general education requirements so you can focus your time and money on the courses that require enrollment.
Take on less student debt — Every course you successfully test out of could mean one less course to pay for.
CLEP + DSST: College Credit by Exam
CLEP (College-Level Examination Program) and DSST (DANTES Subject Standardized Tests) are credit-by-exam programs that let students demonstrate college-level knowledge and potentially earn college credit.
But there’s an important catch:
Not every college accepts every CLEP or DSST exam, and policies vary by school and degree program.
Before taking an exam, check your college’s transfer and credit-by-examination policies to make sure the exam will satisfy a requirement in your specific degree plan.
Your Nursing Career Doesn’t Have to Wait
If you’re an LPN or LVN working toward an associate degree, your goal isn’t just to take more classes.
It’s to finish the degree, advance your nursing career, and do it without taking on unnecessary time and debt.
Testing out of eligible general education courses with CLEP and DSST can help you get there.
Don’t pay for a course until you know whether you can test out of it first.
Did You Know You Can Test Out of College Courses?
Finish Your General Education Requirements Faster—and With Less Debt
Whether you’re an LPN, LVN, RN, or a student starting your college journey, you may be able to earn college credit without taking every general education course the traditional way.
CLEP and DSST exams allow you to demonstrate what you already know and potentially earn college credit by passing an exam.
That can mean fewer classes, less time in school, and potentially thousands of dollars less in tuition and other college expenses.
Get Your General Education Courses Out of the Way
Most associate and bachelor’s degree programs include general education requirements.
Depending on your college and degree program, CLEP and DSST exams may allow you to earn credit for subjects such as:
- English Composition
- College Mathematics
- Psychology
- Sociology
- History
- U.S. Government
- Economics
- Business
- Science
- And other general education subjects
You can potentially use these credits toward an Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or another associate or bachelor’s degree.
Especially Valuable for LPNs & LVNs
If you’re an LPN or LVN working toward an ASN or BSN, you already have a demanding schedule. Working, caring for patients, and completing nursing prerequisites can make going back to school challenging.
Testing out of eligible general education courses can help you spend less time and money on courses that may not require a traditional classroom experience.
Instead of automatically enrolling in a course, ask:
“Can I test out of this requirement?”
Save Time. Save Money. Finish Faster.
Every course you can legitimately earn credit for through an approved exam could mean:
Less tuition
Pay for an exam instead of a full course when your school accepts the credit.
Less time
Complete certain requirements through testing rather than spending another semester in class.
Less student debt
Reducing the number of courses you have to pay tuition for can reduce the amount you need to borrow.
More flexibility
Study on your own schedule and take the exam when you’re ready.
CLEP & DSST Can Be Used for More Than Nursing Degrees
You don’t have to be pursuing nursing to benefit.
CLEP and DSST credits may be applicable toward general education requirements for ASN, BSN, associate, bachelor’s, and other degree programs, depending on the institution.
The key is knowing which exams your school accepts and how those credits apply to your specific degree plan.
Don’t Pay for a Class You May Be Able to Test Out Of
Before registering for another general education course, check your school’s credit-by-exam policy.
Find out:
- Which CLEP and DSST exams your school accepts.
- Which exams apply to your degree.
- What minimum score you need.
- Whether the credit satisfies the specific requirement you need.
- Whether there are limits on the number of credits you can earn through testing.
Your degree doesn’t have to take longer—or cost more—than necessary.
If you can demonstrate that you already know the material, testing out may be a smarter way to complete eligible general education requirements and move closer to graduation.
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