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CLEP Credits at Creighton University

Creighton University accepts 15 CLEP® exams for transferable college credit. See the accepted exams, minimum required scores, and credit hours awarded, along with other credit-by-exam and prior-learning options available at this college.

CLEP® · 15 ExamsNCCRS MemberACE Accepted
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Credit goes on your Creighton transcript once the Registrar has your score — ask the Registrar how long that takes. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit. Plan which credits count with our Degree Planner.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
Creighton University accepts.

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

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Estimate: the credit hours at a $390/credit-hour public university average, minus $95 per CLEP® exam and $149 for Lifetime prep. Creighton University decides how many exam credits count toward your degree.

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What this is worth

5 exams at Creighton, two ways

Creighton accepts 15 CLEP® exams. Here's what it costs to earn 15 of those credits in a classroom versus by exam.

In the classroom
$5,850
5 courses · about 75 weeks
15 credit hours$390/cr
PaceFixed semester
Books & feesExtra
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By CLEP® exam
$624
5 exams · study at your own pace
5 exam fees$475
Lifetime prep access$149
Same 15 creditsScore 56+
That's $5,226 you don't pay — for the same credits.

Based on a $390/credit-hour public university average. Your actual saving depends on Creighton University's tuition and how many exam credits it lets you apply toward your degree.

Plan prices cover TransferCredit.org prep only. The CLEP® exam fee (currently $95) is paid to College Board at registration, and test centres may add a sitting fee. Credit awards are always determined by Creighton University — check the policy above before you test.

About the university

About Creighton University

Creighton University is a private Jesuit university in Omaha, Nebraska. It is located in the city’s urban core and serves students through undergraduate, graduate, and professional education. The university is part of the Jesuit tradition of higher education.

Creighton offers a wide range of academic programs across its colleges and schools, with notable strengths in health sciences, business, law, and the liberal arts. It is especially well known for professional education and for combining classroom learning with service-oriented and experiential opportunities. The university also offers graduate and professional study in several fields.

  • Jesuit university with a mission-centered approach to education
  • Urban campus in Omaha, Nebraska
  • Strong professional programs in health sciences, business, and law
  • Transfer and exam credit are evaluated through university policy
  • Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Transfer credit policy

How Transfer Credits Work at Creighton University

For CLEP and transfer credit purposes, Creighton University evaluates prior college-level learning through its own academic policies rather than assuming automatic acceptance of all external credit. Students seeking credit by examination or transfer credit should review the university’s current transfer and credit policies before enrolling. Acceptance of CLEP scores, transfer coursework, and other prior learning can vary by subject, score, and degree program.

Students may also have options involving CLEP®, DSST, AP, ACE, or NCCRS credits, depending on Creighton'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. Creighton University transfer credits should therefore be reviewed against the specific degree program.

Transfer tip: Check your transfer credit evaluation and compare accepted credits with your Creighton University degree requirements before planning additional coursework.
Beyond CLEP®

Creighton is both an ACE-aligned
and NCCRS member institution.

Creighton is listed as an NCCRS member on nationalccrs.org and recognized on acenet.edu. Beyond CLEP®, it may accept both ACE-recommended and NCCRS-recommended coursework — three complementary pathways to your degree. Acceptance of specific courses is determined by the Creighton Registrar under its prior-learning policy; confirm before enrolling.

ACE · American Council on Education
ACE Credit
ACE evaluates non-traditional learning — including corporate training, workforce programs, and credit-by-exam — and recommends equivalent college credit. CLEP® exams are also ACE-reviewed. Colleges may consider ACE-recommended coursework under their transfer credit or prior-learning policies.
Source: acenet.edu
NCCRS · Creighton is a Member
NCCRS Credit
NCCRS reviews non-collegiate coursework and provides college-credit recommendations for eligible learning. Creighton is a listed NCCRS member, so NCCRS-recommended self-paced courses may count toward its degree requirements. Acceptance depends on the program and applicable degree requirements.
Source: nationalccrs.org
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ACE & NCCRS courses Creighton may accept

Self-paced courses across general education and major requirements may carry an official ACE or NCCRS credit recommendation and can be submitted to the Registrar for transfer credit review.

Creighton is both an ACE-aligned institution (per acenet.edu) and an NCCRS member (per nationalccrs.org). Acceptance of specific courses is determined at the Registrar's discretion under prior-learning policy — confirm with your registrar before enrolling.

Subjects with a link go to the matching CLEP® or DSST study guide on TransferCredit.org.

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
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Freya O.
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CLEP® Intro Sociology
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Night-shift nurse finishing my BSN. Studied on breaks. Passed first try. The mobile-friendly interface was crucial for my situation.
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Planning law school. Took this for early exposure. Exam was a decent primer. Scored 75. Now I'm actually excited about contracts class.
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We're a credit-by-exam prep provider offering ACE/NCCRS coursework through our partners. These pathways provide official records that can be submitted to Creighton's Registrar for transfer credit evaluation.

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What you get with TransferCredit

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  • Official transcripts through the ACE Credit Registry (Credly) and applicable NCCRS providers for transfer credit evaluation
  • Pass-or-pivot option — a CLEP® setback may provide access to a matching ACE/NCCRS course
The Transfer

How credit reaches Creighton

  • CLEP® path: Enter Creighton's CLEP® code 6121 during registration so College Board can send your scores for credit evaluation
  • DSST path: Submit your DSST score through the institution's designated transfer credit process
  • NCCRS path: Complete the course, receive the applicable NCCRS transcript, and submit it to the Registrar
  • Consolidation option: Eligible ACE/NCCRS credits may be combined through transcript services such as Excelsior University's OneTranscript
  • Credit posting: Processing time varies by college and depends on when the Registrar receives and evaluates your transfer credits
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CLEP® Exam
Format90-min exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$93 exam + prep
Creighton acceptsYes · 15 subjects
RiskSingle high-stakes exam
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FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
CostIncluded in subscription
Creighton 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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Format15-week semester
Time to credit4–6 months
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Creighton acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
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FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does Creighton University accept?
Creighton University accepts 15 CLEP® exams for college credit across Business, History and Social Sciences, Science and Mathematics, and World Languages.
What minimum CLEP® score does Creighton require?
Creighton requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 56 – 69 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to Creighton University?
Enter Creighton's institution code 6121 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my Creighton degree?
Each college and program sets its own limit. Ask the Creighton Registrar how many exam credits it accepts toward your degree.
Does Creighton accept DSST exams?
DSST acceptance at Creighton is not confirmed in our dataset. Contact the Registrar for current policy.
Is Creighton an NCCRS member institution?
Yes. Creighton is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at Creighton?
Prep time depends on the subject and what you already know. The CLEP® itself is 90 minutes. Credit posts to your transcript once the Registrar has your score — ask Creighton how long that takes.
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 — Business (1 exams)
Does Creighton accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 63.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (5 exams)
Does Creighton accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 63.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 56.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 57.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 59.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 59.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (3 exams)
Does Creighton accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 57.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 64.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 63.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (6 exams)
Does Creighton accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 64.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 69.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 59.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 67.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 56.
Does Creighton accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. Creighton accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 68.
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