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Chamberlain College of Nursing CLEP® Credit Policy

Chamberlain University accepts 7 CLEP® exams for transferable college credit. Here's every exam, its minimum required score, and credit hours awarded — plus the other credit-by-exam and prior-learning pathways available at this university.

CLEP® · 7 ExamsDSST AcceptedNCCRS Member
How It Works

3 steps to earn
Chamberlain University credit by exam.

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Pick your CLEP® subject (or prep for a DSST exam). Our structured chapters and 500+ practice questions per course take you from zero to exam-ready in 4–8 weeks of part-time study.
Sit the CLEP® or DSST exam
90-minute exam at any test center. Enter Chamberlain University's CLEP® code 3139 — or DSST code 8477 — at registration so scores transmit to the Registrar automatically.
Credit posts to your transcript
Most students see credit on their Chamberlain University transcript within 2–4 weeks of exam transmission. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
Chamberlain College of Nursing accepts.

7 CLEP® exams organized by category, with the minimum score and credit hours awarded for each.

Composition and Literature

1 exams · up to 3 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
College Composition503Start prep →

History and Social Sciences

4 exams · up to 12 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Human Growth and Development503Start prep →
Introduction to Educational Psychology503Start prep →
Introductory Sociology503Start prep →
Principles of Macroeconomics503Start prep →

Science and Mathematics

2 exams · up to 8 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Chemistry504Start prep →
College Algebra504Start prep →
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See something outdated? CLEP® policies, minimum scores, and credit awards can change. If you spot a discrepancy with Chamberlain College of Nursing's current policy, email team@transfercredit.org and we'll update this page.
Beyond CLEP®

Chamberlain University is an
NCCRS member institution.

Chamberlain University is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org. CLEP® isn't the only way to earn credit here — as an NCCRS member, Chamberlain University may also award credit for NCCRS-recommended coursework, and its Registrar often considers ACE-recommended coursework under the same prior-learning framework. Acceptance of any specific course is determined by the Registrar; confirm before enrolling.

ACE · American Council on Education
ACE Credit
ACE evaluates non-traditional learning — corporate training, workforce programs, credit-by-exam — and recommends equivalent college credit. CLEP® exams themselves are ACE-reviewed. Colleges that are ACE-aligned often accept ACE coursework in addition to CLEP®.
Source: acenet.edu
NCCRS · Chamberlain University is a Member
NCCRS Credit
The National College Credit Recommendation Service, administered by the University of the State of New York, reviews non-collegiate coursework and assigns college-equivalent credit. Chamberlain University is a listed NCCRS member, meaning NCCRS-recommended self-paced courses may count toward degree requirements.
Source: nationalccrs.org
How Your Credit Path Works

Two ways to earn credit.
Both count at Chamberlain University.

Most students pass their CLEP® on the first try. If you don't, your subscription unlocks the matching ACE/NCCRS self-paced course — with a retake-able final exam. Either route earns you transferable credit at Chamberlain University.

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Step 1
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Outcome
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Most students pass first try
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Safety Net
ACE/NCCRS
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Self-paced · retake-able exam
Ready. Pass or not — you're covered.

NCCRS courses Chamberlain University may accept

Self-paced courses across the full gen-ed and major-requirement catalog. Each carries an official ACE or NCCRS credit recommendation — submitted to the Registrar like any transcript.

Chamberlain University is an NCCRS member institution per nationalccrs.org. Acceptance of specific courses is determined at the Registrar's discretion — confirm before enrolling.

Business & Accounting

20 courses · 60 credits
Managerial Accounting 3cr Financial Accounting 3cr Business Essentials 3cr Principles of Management 3cr Foundations of Leadership 3cr Leadership & Organizational Behavior 3cr Business Communication 3cr Business Ethics 3cr Leading Organizational Change 3cr Project Management 3cr Business Law 3cr International Business 3cr Human Resources Management 3cr Globalization & International Mgmt. 3cr Entrepreneurship 3cr Microeconomics 3cr Macroeconomics 3cr Principles of Finance 3cr Financial Management 3cr Principles of Marketing 3cr

English, Writing & Humanities

7 courses · 21 credits
Advanced Technical Writing 3cr English Composition I 3cr English Composition II 3cr College Writing 3cr Humanities 201: Critical Thinking 3cr Art History I 3cr Art History II 3cr

Mathematics

9 courses · 31 credits
Business Math 3cr College Algebra 3cr Pre-Calculus 3cr Calculus 1 4cr Calculus 2 4cr Calculus 3 4cr Discrete Mathematics 4cr Quantitative Analysis 3cr Principles of Statistics 3cr

Computer Science & IT

22 courses · 66 credits
Current Trends in CS & IT 3cr Computer Concepts & Applications 3cr Introduction to HTML & CSS 3cr Introduction to JavaScript 3cr Ethics in Technology 3cr Introduction to Networking 3cr Fundamentals of Information Technology 3cr Introduction to Linux 3cr Introduction to Java 3cr Programming in Python 3cr Introduction to Computing 3cr Programming in C 3cr Programming in C++ 3cr Data Structures & Algorithms 3cr Network & Systems Security 3cr Cybersecurity 3cr Database Fundamentals 3cr Software Engineering 3cr Introduction to Operating Systems 3cr Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 3cr Database Programming 3cr Systems Analysis & Design 3cr

Health Sciences

8 courses · 20 credits
Medical Terminology 3cr Healthcare Finance & Budgeting 3cr Healthcare Organization & Management 3cr HR Management in Healthcare 3cr Anatomy & Physiology I 3cr Anatomy & Physiology I Lab 1cr Anatomy & Physiology II 3cr Anatomy & Physiology II Lab 1cr

Natural Sciences

5 courses · 13 credits
Introduction to Biology 1 3cr Introduction to Biology 2 3cr Chemistry I 3cr Physics I 3cr Environmental Science 1cr

Psychology & Social Science

11 courses · 33 credits
Introduction to Psychology 3cr Research Methods in Psychology 3cr Psychology of Diversity 3cr Educational Psychology 3cr Abnormal Psychology 3cr Psychology of Personality 3cr Advanced Social Psychology 3cr Ethics in the Social Sciences 3cr Introduction to Sociology 3cr Introduction to Criminology 3cr Principles of Philosophy 3cr

History & Languages

3 courses · 9 credits
U.S. History I 3cr U.S. History II 3cr French Language I 3cr
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Returning student at 35. Precalc was where I'd stopped 15 years ago. Picked it up faster than expected. Passed with 55. Good enough.
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CLEP® Social Sciences & History
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6 credits for one exam is absurdly efficient. Covered ancient world, European, American, and social theory. Passed at 58. Done.
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ACE · Foundations of Leadership
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Manager at a Fortune 500 and pursuing an MBA. Took this to skip the undergrad leadership req. Took me one weekend. Done.
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CLEP® American Literature
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Hated reading in high school. Weirdly, the chapter breakdown made me actually enjoy American lit. Got my credit and a new interest.
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Aria P.
CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level II
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Bilingual background. The writing portion tripped me up honestly. Subscription had specific prep for written Spanish. Passed at 63.
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Gavin T.
CLEP® Natural Sciences
★★★★★
Double-major in humanities, just needed a science req. This knocked it out. Material was more survey than deep-dive. Works perfectly.
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Evelyn S.
CLEP® English Literature
★★★★★
English major lol. This was review for me. Took me 6 days of light prep. The detail on practice questions was actually impressive.
Q
Quinn S.
CLEP® Information Systems
★★★★★
IT for a decade, zero formal CS credit. Passed this easy. Platform's material is actually current, not 2010 outdated nonsense.
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Josephine K.
CLEP® Precalculus
★★★★★
Returning student at 35. Precalc was where I'd stopped 15 years ago. Picked it up faster than expected. Passed with 55. Good enough.
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Freya O.
CLEP® Social Sciences & History
★★★★★
6 credits for one exam is absurdly efficient. Covered ancient world, European, American, and social theory. Passed at 58. Done.
C
Chloe P.
ACE · Foundations of Leadership
★★★★★
Manager at a Fortune 500 and pursuing an MBA. Took this to skip the undergrad leadership req. Took me one weekend. Done.
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Riley K.
CLEP® American Literature
★★★★★
Hated reading in high school. Weirdly, the chapter breakdown made me actually enjoy American lit. Got my credit and a new interest.
How TransferCredit.org Works

The policy,
in plain English.

We're credit-by-exam prep provider and offer ACE/NCCRS coursework via our partners — both pathways produce official records that feed into Chamberlain University's Registrar workflow like any other transcript.

The Product

What you get with TransferCredit

  • Structured prep content for 25+ CLEP® exams — chapters, subchapters, 500+ practice questions per subject
  • Access to 70+ ACE/NCCRS courses via partner network like UPIStudy — self-paced, retake-able final exam, no strict proctoring
  • Readiness tracker that tells you when to book the exam vs. keep prepping
  • Official transcripts issued through ACE Credit Registry (Credly) and NCCRS Official trnascript issued via the provider — same format any U.S. college accepts
  • Pass-or-pivot safety net — a CLEP® setback converts into access to the matching ACE/NCCRS course
The Transfer

How credit reaches Chamberlain University

  • CLEP® path: Enter Chamberlain University's code 3139 at test registration — College Board transmits scores directly to the Registrar
  • DSST path: Same mechanism using DSST code 8477
  • NCCRS path: Complete the course, we issue an official NCCRS transcript, you submit it to the Registrar
  • Consolidation option: ACE/NCCRS credits can be merged into one transcript via Excelsior University's OneTranscript service
  • Credit typically posts 2–4 weeks after the Registrar receives your score or transcript
Which Pathway For You

CLEP®, DSST, ACE/NCCRS,
or community college?

Four legitimate ways to earn Chamberlain University credit without sitting in a 15-week university classroom. Here's the honest comparison.

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CLEP® Exam
Format90-min exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$93 exam + prep
Chamberlain University acceptsYes · 7 subjects
RiskSingle high-stakes exam
Best for: Confident test-takers who want fastest turnaround and lowest cost per credit.
🎖 Military-friendly
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DSST Exam
Format~2-hr exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$100 exam + prep
Chamberlain University acceptsYes · code 8477
RiskSingle exam · free for military
Best for: Covers upper-level & technical subjects CLEP® doesn't. Free for active-duty military via DANTES.
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ACE/NCCRS Course
FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
CostIncluded in subscription
Chamberlain University acceptsYes · Cooperating College
RiskLow · unlimited retakes
Best for: Students who prefer structured learning over high-stakes exams, or who didn't pass a CLEP® first try.
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Community College
Format15-week semester
Time to credit4–6 months
Cost$300–600 per credit
Chamberlain University acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
RiskLow · familiar format
Best for: Students who want a traditional classroom experience and are not time-constrained.
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Second Exam Pathway
Chamberlain University accepts DSST exams too
Beyond CLEP®, Chamberlain University is a DSST credit-granting institution (DSST code 8477). DSST covers 30+ subjects — including upper-level and technical topics CLEP® doesn't offer, like Business Ethics, Cybersecurity, and Criminal Justice. Exams are free for active-duty military through DANTES. Confirm accepted DSST subjects and minimum scores with the Registrar before scheduling.
About Chamberlain College of Nursing

Chamberlain University
in brief.

Chamberlain College of Nursing, now known as Chamberlain University, is a private nursing school with a campus in St. Louis, Missouri. It is part of Adtalem Global Education and focuses on nursing and health professions education. The institution serves students through campus-based and online learning options.

Chamberlain is best known for nursing education, including pre-licensure and post-licensure nursing pathways. Its academic offerings are centered on nursing degrees and related health-focused programs rather than a broad liberal arts curriculum. The school emphasizes clinical preparation and professional practice for nursing students.

For CLEP and transfer credit purposes, Chamberlain is generally a transfer-oriented institution, but credit acceptance is determined by the university's official policies and the specific program of study. Students should expect that prior college coursework, exam credit, and other transfer credit are reviewed individually. Because nursing curricula can be tightly sequenced, applicability of transfer or exam credit may be limited by program requirements.

Registrar and credit evaluation processes at Chamberlain are handled through the university's academic records and transfer credit review procedures. Students seeking credit for prior learning should consult the registrar or admissions office for current rules on transcripts, transfer evaluation, and any exam-credit policies. Final credit decisions depend on official review and program requirements.

7
CLEP® Exams Accepted
3
Credit Pathways
23
Max CLEP® Credits
Quick Highlights
  • Nursing-focused institution centered on professional preparation for healthcare careers
  • Campus and online options available for students pursuing nursing education
  • Transfer credit reviewed individually according to university and program policies
  • Registrar-managed records for transcripts, credit evaluation, and academic standing
  • Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does Chamberlain College of Nursing accept?
Chamberlain College of Nursing accepts 7 CLEP® exams for college credit across Business, Composition and Literature, History and Social Sciences, Science and Mathematics, and World Languages.
What minimum CLEP® score does Chamberlain University require?
Chamberlain University requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 50 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to Chamberlain College of Nursing?
Enter Chamberlain University's institution code 3139 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my Chamberlain University degree?
Most undergraduate programs cap credit-by-exam at approximately 30 semester hours. Confirm program-specific caps with the Registrar.
Does Chamberlain University accept DSST exams?
Yes. Chamberlain University is a DSST credit-awarding institution with DSST code 8477.
Is Chamberlain University an NCCRS member institution?
Yes. Chamberlain University is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at Chamberlain University?
Most students prep 4–8 weeks per exam. The CLEP® itself is 90 minutes. Credit typically posts to your transcript 2–4 weeks after transmission.
What if I don't pass my CLEP® exam on the first try?
You can retake CLEP® after 3 months. With a TransferCredit.org subscription, you can also pivot to the matching ACE/NCCRS self-paced course with retake-able finals.
CLEP® exam details — Composition and Literature (1 exams)
Does Chamberlain University accept CLEP® College Composition?
Yes. Chamberlain University accepts the CLEP® College Composition exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (4 exams)
Does Chamberlain University accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. Chamberlain University accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Chamberlain University accept CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology?
Yes. Chamberlain University accepts the CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Chamberlain University accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. Chamberlain University accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Chamberlain University accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. Chamberlain University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (2 exams)
Does Chamberlain University accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. Chamberlain University accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Chamberlain University accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. Chamberlain University accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
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TransferCredit.org is an independent education service, not affiliated with or endorsed by Chamberlain College of Nursing. CLEP® is a registered trademark of the College Board. DSST is a registered trademark of Prometric. Credit policy facts verified at time of writing; always confirm current policy with the Registrar.