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CLEP Exams at Eastern Iowa Community College (Muscatine)

Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine accepts 29 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® · 29 ExamsNCCRS Member
How It Works

3 steps to earn
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90-minute exam at any College Board test center. Enter EICC Muscatine's CLEP® code 6422 at registration — scores transmit to the Registrar automatically. Book it on College Board's CLEP® site.
Credit posts to your transcript
Credit goes on your EICC Muscatine 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
Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine accepts.

29 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. Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine decides how many exam credits count toward your degree.

Composition and Literature

3 exams · up to 12 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
American Literature503Start prep →
College Composition503Start prep →
Humanities606Start prep →
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See something outdated? CLEP® policies, minimum scores, and credit awards can change. If you spot a discrepancy with Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine's current policy, email team@transfercredit.org and we'll update this page.
What this is worth

5 exams at Eastern Iowa, two ways

Eastern Iowa accepts 29 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
vs
By CLEP® exam
$624
5 exams · study at your own pace
5 exam fees$475
Lifetime prep access$149
Same 15 creditsScore 50+
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 Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine'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 Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine — check the policy above before you test.

About the college

About Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine

Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine is a campus of Eastern Iowa Community College, a public community college district serving eastern Iowa. The Muscatine campus is located in Muscatine, Iowa, and serves local and regional students seeking affordable postsecondary education close to home. As part of a community college system, it offers access to both career-focused and transfer-oriented study.

Eastern Iowa Community College offers a range of associate degree, diploma, certificate, and workforce training options across its campuses. Students can pursue programs designed for direct entry into the workforce or complete coursework intended to transfer to four-year institutions. Community college strengths typically include flexible scheduling, smaller classes, and practical instruction tied to local workforce needs.

  • Public community college serving students in eastern Iowa
  • Muscatine campus located in Muscatine, Iowa
  • Career and transfer pathways available through associate, certificate, and workforce options
  • Transfer-friendly environment for students planning to continue at four-year colleges
  • Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
Transfer credit policy

How Transfer Credits Work at Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, Eastern Iowa Community College is the relevant institution for students taking courses at the Muscatine campus. Credit-by-exam policies and transfer decisions are handled through the college's official academic and registrar processes, so students should confirm how any CLEP score or outside credit applies before enrolling. Because policies can change, the safest approach is to verify current requirements directly with the college.

Students may also have options involving CLEP®, DSST, AP, ACE, or NCCRS credits, depending on EICC Muscatine'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. Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine transfer credits should therefore be reviewed against the specific degree program.

Transfer tip: Check your transfer credit evaluation and compare accepted credits with your Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine degree requirements before planning additional coursework.
Beyond CLEP®

EICC Muscatine is an
NCCRS member institution.

EICC Muscatine is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org. CLEP® isn't the only way to earn credit here — as an NCCRS member, EICC Muscatine 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 — 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 · EICC Muscatine is a Member
NCCRS Credit
NCCRS reviews non-collegiate coursework and provides college-credit recommendations for eligible learning. EICC Muscatine 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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NCCRS courses EICC Muscatine 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.

EICC Muscatine is an NCCRS member institution per nationalccrs.org. Acceptance of specific courses is determined at the Registrar's discretion — confirm 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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The Transfer

How credit reaches EICC Muscatine

  • CLEP® path: Enter EICC Muscatine's CLEP® code 6422 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
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Format90-min exam
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EICC Muscatine acceptsYes · 29 subjects
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FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine accept?
Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine accepts 29 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 EICC Muscatine require?
EICC Muscatine requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 50 – 66 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to Eastern Iowa Community College - Muscatine?
Enter EICC Muscatine's institution code 6422 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my EICC Muscatine degree?
Each college and program sets its own limit. Ask the EICC Muscatine Registrar how many exam credits it accepts toward your degree.
Does EICC Muscatine accept DSST exams?
DSST acceptance at EICC Muscatine is not confirmed in our dataset. Contact the Registrar for current policy.
Is EICC Muscatine an NCCRS member institution?
Yes. EICC Muscatine is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at EICC Muscatine?
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 EICC Muscatine how long that takes.
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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 (3 exams)
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Introductory Business Law?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Introductory Business Law exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Principles of Marketing exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Composition and Literature (3 exams)
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® American Literature?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® American Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® College Composition?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® College Composition exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Humanities?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Humanities exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (10 exams)
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Social Sciences and History?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Social Sciences and History exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (7 exams)
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® College Mathematics?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® College Mathematics exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Natural Sciences?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Natural Sciences exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Precalculus?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Precalculus exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (6 exams)
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 14 college credits, with a minimum required score of 62.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does EICC Muscatine accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. EICC Muscatine accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 14 college credits, with a minimum required score of 66.
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