CLEP Exams at Bunker Hill Community College

Bunker Hill Community College is a public community college in Boston, Massachusetts. Its main campus is in the Charlestown neighborhood, and the college also serves students through additional locations and online offerings. It is part of the Massachusetts public higher education system and enrolls a diverse student body from the Boston area and beyond.

The college offers associate degree and certificate programs across liberal arts, business, health, STEM, and career-oriented fields. It is known for serving both students who plan to transfer to four-year institutions and those seeking workforce preparation. As a community college, BHCC emphasizes accessible education, academic support, and pathways to further study.

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, Bunker Hill Community College is a transfer-oriented institution that evaluates prior learning and exam-based credit through its academic policies. Students should expect credit-by-exam decisions to depend on the specific exam, score, and the degree program they are pursuing. Because policies can change, the college’s current transfer and registrar guidance should be checked before relying on CLEP credit for a particular requirement.

Students may also have options involving CLEP®, DSST, AP, ACE, or NCCRS credits, depending on BHCC's current policies. Not every alternative credit source is automatically accepted, so verify eligibility before completing a course or exam.

Approved credits may count toward general education, major requirements, electives, or other degree requirements depending on the evaluation. Bunker Hill Community College transfer credits should therefore be reviewed against the specific degree program.