General Information

CLEP (College-Level Examination Program®) is the most widely accepted credit-by-examination program in the United States, with more than 2,900 colleges and universities awarding credit for satisfactory scores on CLEP exams. CLEP examinations measure knowledge of the material usually covered in various classes during the first two years of college. Some examinations may be used to meet general educational or liberal arts requirements while others may be used for credit for specific college courses. Check with the university you are attending or plan to attend to determine what exams will be accepted for credit. Complete information regarding CLEP can be found by visiting the College Board website by Clicking Here.

What CLEP tests can be taken at SIUE?

Any student is welcome to take a CLEP test at SIUE. CLEP tests are only offered on Tuesday and Thursday. A complete list of CLEP tests and test descriptions is available on the College Board website and can be found by Clicking Here.

When is the the test offered?

CLEP tests are only offered on Tuesday and Thursday at 9:00am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm. You can register for a CLEP test by clicking the big red button at the top of the page.

What does the test cost?

When you register for a CLEP exam, you will be charged the $23.00 administration fee that is payable by check or credit card only. In addition, on the day of the exam, you will be charged the $65.00 exam fee* that is payable by check, credit card, or money order. Cash will not be accepted. The fee for optional essays are $10.00. All fees are nonrefundable.  *The College Board fee will increase to $70 on July 1, 2008.

What do I need to bring to the test?

Students wishing to test must bring some form of government issued identification to the testing center. The identification of each student must be verified through government issued identification before testing can begin. Acceptable forms of ID include driver's license, passport, or school ID. In addition, the social security number of the student is needed to ensure proper tracking for most colleges and/or universities.

Where is the test administered?

All CLEP exams are administered in Peck Hall 1404. Visitors may park in Parking Lot B.

What CLEP tests does SIUE accept for credit?

Currently, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville grants credit for the following CLEP tests: Credit hours earned may not be used to fulfill General Education Introductory course requirements, although hours for this exam will count toward graduation. Students may substitute an approved
General Education (GE) advanced course in this area (outside major field) for an Introductory course in this area. If you already have credit for any of the equivalent SIUE courses, you are not eligible to receive additional credit through CLEP for these courses. (Contact the Office of Academic Counseling and Advising for specific questions.)

*Credit hours earned may not be used to fulfill General Education Introductory course requirements, although hours for this exam will count toward graduation.  Students may substitute an approved GE Adv. course in this area (outside major field) for an Introductory course in this area. IF YOU ALREADY HAVE CREDIT for any of the equivalent SIUE courses, you are not eligible to receive additional credit through CLEP for these courses.  (Contact advisement for specific questions.)

**BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, CHEMISTRY, COMPUTER SCIENCES, MATHEMATICS & STATISTICS, OR PHYSICS MAJORS AT SIUE SHOULD BE ALERT TO RESTRICTIONS IN CREDIT GRANTED THROUGH CLEP.  No credit toward graduation can be earned through CLEP after credit has been received for more advanced work in the subject.