Credit by Examination

Students enrolled at LSCPA may earn college credit by examination. Eligible students must: 1) be officially enrolled in a course at LSCPA, 2) have the approval of the department chair, Dean of Academic and Technical Programs, and the Vice President for Academic Affairs, 3) complete the Credit by Examination Form, 4) pay the necessary testing fee, and 5) successfully complete a comprehensive examination that includes the learning outcomes for the course.

Students are not eligible if they are enrolled in the course they want to earn credit by examination.

Credit by Examination is intended for students who have completed formal or informal training in topics presented at the rigor of a college level curriculum. Credit is awarded to students that pass an advanced standing examination with a ‘C’ or better.

Students must apply to earn credit by examination. Application includes the approval of the department chair responsible for the course, Dean of Academic and Technical Programs, and the Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Credit by Examination form is available at departmental offices.

A fee of $25 per semester credit hour is assessed for each advanced placement examination. Fees are paid at the Cashier's Office located in the Business Office.