It is the student's responsibility to contact the institution where you plan to use CLEP credits if any question exists concerning the acceptability of CLEP scores or availability of exams. CLEP centers which are LIMITED administer CLEP exams only to their own students. OPEN centers administer exams to the general population. Access the College Board website at: searchCLEPTestCenterto determine whether a site is OPEN or LIMITED.
All interested students are encouraged to see an academic advisor before registering for an examination. Although nearly 2,500 colleges and universities throughout the country accept credits earned through CLEP, many others do not or may require a different level of competency.
 Scheduling
How do I Schedule a CLEP exam?: (see also Steps to Follow for CLEP)
Testing dates are usually scheduled for the last Friday of every calendar month (with the exception of August and December). Please call the Testing Department for registration deadline dates and to reserve a seat. Allow a minimum of 6 months before re-taking any exam, otherwise your exam will not be scored.
Registration & Fees
How do I register and pay the MDCC Service Fee? ($15 per test):
Contact the main number at (305) 237-4275 for information and to make a reservation. No registration forms are necessary. Payment for both the service fee ($15) and CLEP fee ($70) are done on the day of the exam. Payment must be by credit card, check or money order. How much is the CLEP Fee? ($60 per test):
On the day of the examination candidates must bring a valid credit card (Visa, Mastercard and American Express) and/or money order payable to CLEP. Valid governmental I.D. (drivers license, passport, etc.) must also be provided. Exams
About the Examinations:
Up to 45 semester credits may be earned and applied toward graduation at MDC through CLEP testing.
Steps to Follow
STEPS TO FOLLOW FOR CLEP BEFORE TAKING THE TEST
The CLEP is only offered once a month and space is limited so please call in advance to schedule an appointment.
You must make an appointment for the CLEP exam by the deadline date.
THE DAY OF THE TEST:
The day of the exam, make sure to arrive 1 hour before your scheduled time You must bring a picture I.D. CLEP is now $65.00 (paid online via credit card at time of testing) and $15.00 fee payable to MDC Bursar’s office on day of testing
If you have any questions, please contact the Medical Center Campus Testing office at 305-237-4275. |
