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Credit for Prior Learning

Credit for Prior Learning

What is Credit for Prior Learning?

Credit for Prior Learning is Degree credit awarded for demonstrated relevant college-level education acquired through nontraditional schooling, work or other life experience.

Through CPL, faculty subject matter experts evaluate how prior experiences might translate to college-level knowledge and how that knowledge may equate to college credit.

  • Students may apply for CPL at any time after admission to the College.
  • Credit approved through the evaluation process will be posted to your transcript.
  • A student may obtain a maximum of 30-semester credits of CPL. 
  • Awarded CPL will not affect a student’s grade point average or quality points, nor will it substitute for the required minimum of 20-semester credits of residency needed for graduation from Tri-C.

Fees

Students will be charged $50 per course that is approved for CPL through the By-Pass Credit and Challenge Exam Options. All fees must be paid at a Tri-C Enrollment Center.

Students taking a CLEP exam must pay associated costs directly to the College Board.

What type of CPL is right for you?

Advanced Placement (AP)
Took an AP test and scored a 3 or higher?
By-Pass Credit
Have documented academic or work experience?
Challenge Exam
Can you demonstrate subject mastery in order to earn college credit?
Career-Technical  Assurance Guides
Successfully completed an approved high school technical program?
Internal Baccalaureate Diploma Program
Completed an International Baccalaureate program at your high school?
Military Credit
Current or former active service member?
Tech Prep Credits
Completed a Tech Prep program and graduated high school?
Credit for Prior Learning Handbook
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Important Contacts

Academic Affairs Offices:
Eastern Campus: 216-987-2296 William.Cunion@tri-c.edu 
Metropolitan Campus: 216-987-4012 Amy.Parks@tri-c.edu
Western Campus: 216-987-5556 Janice.Taylorheard@tri-c.edu
Westshore Campus: 216-987-3943 Robert.Searson@tri-c.edu

Counseling Offices: 216-987-6000, Option 4
Enrollment Centers: 216-987-6000, Option 3

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