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CLEP Exams at Lake Michigan College

Lake Michigan College accepts 28 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® · 28 ExamsDSST AcceptedNCCRS Member
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90-minute exam at any test center. Enter LMC's CLEP® code 1137 — or DSST code 8481 — at registration so scores transmit to the Registrar automatically. Book it on College Board's CLEP® site.
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Credit goes on your LMC 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
Lake Michigan College accepts.

28 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. Lake Michigan College decides how many exam credits count toward your degree.

Science and Mathematics

4 exams · up to 21 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
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Calculus476Start prep →
Chemistry476Start prep →
College Algebra463Start prep →
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What this is worth

5 exams at Lake Michigan, two ways

Lake Michigan accepts 28 CLEP® exams. Here's what it costs to earn 15 of those credits in a classroom versus by exam.

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$5,850
5 courses · about 75 weeks
15 credit hours$390/cr
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$624
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Based on a $390/credit-hour public university average. Your actual saving depends on Lake Michigan College's tuition and how many exam credits it lets you apply toward your degree.

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About the college

About Lake Michigan College

Lake Michigan College is a public community college in Benton Harbor, Michigan, serving students in southwest Michigan. It offers associate degrees, certificates, and workforce-focused education for students preparing to transfer or enter the job market. The college also serves the surrounding region through multiple campus and learning locations.

The college provides a range of academic and career programs in areas such as liberal arts, health sciences, business, technology, and skilled trades. It is known for transfer-oriented coursework as well as applied programs designed to support local employers and regional workforce needs. Students can pursue pathways that lead either to university transfer or direct employment.

  • Public community college serving Benton Harbor and southwest Michigan
  • Transfer-oriented pathways for students planning to continue at four-year institutions
  • Career and technical programs alongside liberal arts and general education offerings
  • Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
  • Credit evaluation support through registrar and academic advising services
Transfer credit policy

How Transfer Credits Work at Lake Michigan College

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, Lake Michigan College is a public two-year institution that commonly serves students who want to save time and money on general education requirements. Students considering credit by exam or transfer credit should confirm how their scores and prior coursework apply to their intended program. Policies can vary by department, degree type, and receiving institution.

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

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

LMC is an
NCCRS member institution.

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

LMC 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
U.S. History I 3cr U.S. History II 3cr French Language I 3cr
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The Transfer

How credit reaches LMC

  • CLEP® path: Enter LMC's CLEP® code 1137 during registration so College Board can send your scores for credit evaluation
  • DSST path: Send your DSST score to LMC with DSST code 8481, through its transfer credit process
  • NCCRS path: Complete the course, receive the applicable NCCRS transcript, and submit it to the Registrar
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CLEP® Exam
Format90-min exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$93 exam + prep
LMC acceptsYes · 28 subjects
RiskSingle high-stakes exam
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Format~2-hr exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$100 exam + prep
LMC acceptsYes · code 8481
RiskSingle exam · free for military
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FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
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LMC acceptsYes · Cooperating College
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Format15-week semester
Time to credit4–6 months
Cost$300–600 per credit
LMC acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
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Best for: Students who want a traditional classroom experience and are not time-constrained.
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LMC accepts DSST exams too
Beyond CLEP®, LMC is a DSST credit-granting institution (DSST code 8481). 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.
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FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does Lake Michigan College accept?
Lake Michigan College accepts 28 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 LMC require?
LMC requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 40 – 53 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to Lake Michigan College?
Enter LMC's institution code 1137 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my LMC degree?
Each college and program sets its own limit. Ask the LMC Registrar how many exam credits it accepts toward your degree.
Does LMC accept DSST exams?
Yes. LMC is a DSST credit-awarding institution with DSST code 8481.
Is LMC an NCCRS member institution?
Yes. LMC is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at LMC?
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 LMC 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 (4 exams)
Does LMC accept CLEP® Information Systems?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Information Systems exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 52.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Introductory Business Law?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Introductory Business Law exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 51.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Marketing exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Composition and Literature (4 exams)
Does LMC accept CLEP® American Literature?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® American Literature exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 49.
Does LMC accept CLEP® College Composition?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® College Composition exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does LMC accept CLEP® English Literature?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® English Literature exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (10 exams)
Does LMC accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMC accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 45.
Does LMC accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 45.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 45.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 48.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (4 exams)
Does LMC accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMC accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (6 exams)
Does LMC accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 41.
Does LMC accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 53.
Does LMC accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 40.
Does LMC accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 48.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 41.
Does LMC accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. LMC accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
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