You may be closer than you think to earning your degree, diploma, or certificate. Kaplan University students are eligible to earn college credit for previous college coursework, professional work or military training, professional certifications, and passing grades on competency exams. Students applying for credit in any of these categories must submit official transcripts, course descriptions, and other supporting documentation to the Prior Learning Assessment Center prior to the official awarding of credit. All prior learning is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and credit is awarded at the discretion of the University.
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| Prior Learning Guidelines |
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Graduate Programs |
- Credits earned in any combination of prior learning credit will not exceed 75 percent of the credits required for degree or diploma programs or 50 percent of the credits required for certificate programs.
- Students must complete a minimum of 50 percent of the major requirements for their program, including the capstone course, at Kaplan University.
- Applications for credit for previous education, training, experiential learning, or through the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) must be completed prior to the first day of the course for which the transfer credit is requested.
- Students must request a course-by-course evaluation of their foreign credentials. Transcripts from foreign institutions must meet the same requirements as domestic institutions and must be translated and evaluated by an approved foreign credential evaluator on a course-by-course basis.
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- A student may apply as many as three courses earned at another college or university toward the total number of credits required for graduation at Kaplan University.
- Students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Science in Finance, or Master of Science in Management programs who pass a waiver exam will have specific courses waived from their degree plan. In addition, students enrolled in the Master of Science in Criminal Justice or Master of Science in Homeland Security and Emergency Management programs may apply Challenge Exam credit toward select courses.Contact the Admissions Department for a complete list of eligible courses and eligibility requirements. All other graduate students may only apply transfer credit into their degree programs and are not eligible for other types of prior learning credit.
- Courses must have been completed prior to matriculation.
- Courses must be relevant to the degree in which the student is enrolled.
- Graduate transfer work completed more than 5 years prior to admission to Kaplan University will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in order to determine the applicability of the coursework.
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| Types of Prior Learning Credit |
Credit for Work/Life Experience |
At Kaplan University, we value your accomplishments—your work skills, your life experiences, your volunteer services. We’re committed to helping you translate them all into credits toward your degree.
Our portfolio development course helps you to document your college-level learning in a portfolio you can submit for consideration for college credits. Note: students enrolled in the portfolio development course will pay a course fee. This fee will be refunded if students withdraw from the course or do not submit an experiential learning portfolio.
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| Credit for Previous College Coursework |
You could earn credit for completed college courses. To begin the process, download the Prior Learning Transcript Request Form and complete a separate form for each school you attended and are requesting transfer credits. Before mailing the form, contact your previous school’s Registrar’s Office to find out if they charge a fee for this service. You must submit all forms and fees directly to your previous school.
Note: all transcripts for transfer credit evaluation must be received by the end of the fifth week of classes.
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| Community College Alliance Program |
If your community college is a member of this program, you could benefit from a shorter path to your degree. We provide online flexibility with seamless credit transfer between institutions—and you can save 10 percent off your Kaplan University tuition. Click here for more information.
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| Credit for Military Training |
Kaplan University recognizes the validity of military training as potential college credit. All military training that has been reviewed by the American Council on Education (ACE) and meets the requirements of a student’s undergraduate degree plan may be eligible for transfer credit.
Students interested in this option should send an official transcript of their training to the Prior Learning Assessment Center. For information on how to request your military transcript, visit the following websites:
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| Credit by Examination |
Undergraduate students can test out of a course and still earn credit by attaining a predetermined score on a Kaplan University Challenge Exam or an approved external exam. In addition, students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Accounting, Master of Science in Finance, or Master of Science in Management programs who pass a waiver exam will have specific courses waived from their degree plan. Students enrolled in the Master of Science in Criminal Justice or Master of Science in Homeland Security and Emergency Management programs may apply Challenge Exam credit toward select courses.
Kaplan University Challenge Exams
You can demonstrate proficiency in the learning outcomes of specific Kaplan University courses by passing a comprehensive exam. Kaplan University Challenge Exams can be used to waive prerequisites, determine class placement, and earn college credit.
Not all courses provide this option, and Challenge Exams from other colleges or universities will not be accepted. A fee will be charged for taking a Challenge Exam. Official results of Challenge Exams must be received by the Office of the Registrar/Prior Learning Assessment Center prior to your final term.
External Examinations
Externally administered examinations may also be considered for credit. Kaplan University students may qualify to receive credit by examination through the following:
- DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSSTs)
- College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
- Advanced Placement Program (AP)
- Defense Language Proficiency Tests (DLPTs)
- Educational Testing Service (ETS)
- Other similar exams
Credit may be awarded for each test in which the recommended minimum score is earned and based on program guidelines and course outcomes. Official results of standardized tests must be received by the Prior Learning Assessment Center prior to your final term.
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| Credit For Certifications and Training |
If you have completed a professional certification or training, you may be eligible for undergraduate college credit. Kaplan University awards college credit for some corporate training programs and professional certifications, including:
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IT Certification Examinations (within the past 3 years) |
Criminal Justice Training |
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- Microsoft
- Cisco Systems, Inc.
- CIW (Certified Internet Webmaster)
- Oracle
- CompTIA
- Novell
- CWNP (Certified Wireless Network Professional)
- (ISC)2
- Guidance Software
- EnCase
- GIAC (Global Information Assurance Certification)
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- State-approved basic police officer training.
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Medical Assistant Credentials
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
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Please contact your Academic Advisor for additional information.
Reviewed Professional Learning
Reviewed professional learning consists of transcribed coursework from a professional or nonacademic environment that has been reviewed by the American Council on Education (ACE) or Kaplan University staff using ACE guidelines and determined to be college level. Eligible coursework may include formal educational examinations, programs, and courses offered by organizations for their employees, members, or customers. These organizations may include business and industry, labor unions, professional and voluntary associations, schools, training suppliers, and government agencies. |
Kaplan University does not guarantee the transferability of credit from any of these sources. Please see the Kaplan University Catalog and current Addendum for additional information on the various types of credit.
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