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Lincoln Memorial University CLEP® Credit Policy

LMU accepts 28 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® · 28 ExamsDSST AcceptedACE Accepted
How It Works

3 steps to earn
LMU credit via CLEP®.

Prep with TransferCredit
Pick your CLEP® subject. 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® exam
90-minute exam at any College Board test center. Enter LMU's CLEP® code 1408 at registration — scores transmit to the Registrar automatically.
Credit posts to your transcript
Most students see credit on their LMU transcript within 2–4 weeks of exam transmission. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
Lincoln Memorial University accepts.

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

Business

4 exams · up to 12 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Information Systems523Start prep →
Introductory Business Law513Start prep →
Principles of Management463Start prep →
Principles of Marketing503Start prep →

Composition and Literature

3 exams · up to 18 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
American Literature466Start prep →
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature476Start prep →
English Literature466Start prep →

History and Social Sciences

11 exams · up to 33 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
American Government473Start prep →
History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877473Start prep →
History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present463Start prep →
Human Growth and Development453Start prep →
Introduction to Educational Psychology473Start prep →
Introductory Psychology473Start prep →
Introductory Sociology473Start prep →
Principles of Macroeconomics443Start prep →
Principles of Microeconomics413Start prep →
Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648463Start prep →
Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present473Start prep →

Science and Mathematics

4 exams · up to 19 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Biology466Start prep →
Calculus504Start prep →
Chemistry476Start prep →
College Algebra463Start prep →

World Languages

6 exams · up to 54 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
French Language Level I426Start prep →
French Language Level II4512Start prep →
German Language Level I366Start prep →
German Language Level II4212Start prep →
Spanish Language Level I456Start prep →
Spanish Language Level II5012Start prep →
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Beyond CLEP®

LMU is an
ACE-aligned institution.

LMU is recognized on acenet.edu as an ACE-aligned institution. Beyond CLEP®, it may accept ACE-recommended coursework toward degree requirements. Acceptance of specific courses is determined by the LMU Registrar under its prior-learning policy; 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
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. Member institutions accept NCCRS-recommended coursework directly; non-member institutions often consider NCCRS coursework under their prior-learning policy. Either way, acceptance means 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 LMU.

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 LMU.

Watch how it works
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Step 1
Take your CLEP®
exam
Prep with chapters & 500+ questions
Outcome
Awaiting
result
Most students pass first try
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Safety Net
ACE/NCCRS
included
Self-paced · retake-able exam
Ready. Pass or not — you're covered.

ACE courses LMU 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.

LMU is an ACE-aligned institution per acenet.edu. 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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Jasmine R.
CLEP® Psychology · Austin, TX
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Passed on my first try. The readiness quizzes were scary accurate — when it said I was ready, I actually was.
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Malik Y.
CLEP® College Composition · Navy
★★★★★
Deployed twice during my degree. Self-paced prep was the only thing that kept me on track. Took the CLEP at a test center overseas.
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Violet O.
CLEP® Introductory Business Law
★★★★★
Business minor needing an elective. Studied contract law + torts hard. Exam was direct — if you know the concepts, you pass. I passed.
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Liam P.
CLEP® History of U.S. II
★★★★★
Post-Civil War to present. Lots of memorization. Chapter-based study guide organized it chronologically which helped enormously. Passed.
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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.
C
Connor J.
CLEP® Principles of Management
★★★★★
Working manager for 8 years. The exam basically tested stuff I do daily. Studied 10 hours total, scored a 67. Felt like stealing credit.
A
Aiden K.
CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics
★★★★★
Finance freshman. Wanted to prove out of Econ 101. Studied 3 weeks, aced it. Feels way faster than sitting in lecture for 15 weeks.
B
Brandon C.
NCCRS · Project Management
★★★★★
No CLEP® exists for Project Management, so the NCCRS course was the only path. Did it in 18 days. My university accepted it no questions.
J
Jasmine R.
CLEP® Psychology · Austin, TX
★★★★★
Passed on my first try. The readiness quizzes were scary accurate — when it said I was ready, I actually was.
M
Malik Y.
CLEP® College Composition · Navy
★★★★★
Deployed twice during my degree. Self-paced prep was the only thing that kept me on track. Took the CLEP at a test center overseas.
V
Violet O.
CLEP® Introductory Business Law
★★★★★
Business minor needing an elective. Studied contract law + torts hard. Exam was direct — if you know the concepts, you pass. I passed.
L
Liam P.
CLEP® History of U.S. II
★★★★★
Post-Civil War to present. Lots of memorization. Chapter-based study guide organized it chronologically which helped enormously. Passed.
J
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.
C
Connor J.
CLEP® Principles of Management
★★★★★
Working manager for 8 years. The exam basically tested stuff I do daily. Studied 10 hours total, scored a 67. Felt like stealing credit.
A
Aiden K.
CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics
★★★★★
Finance freshman. Wanted to prove out of Econ 101. Studied 3 weeks, aced it. Feels way faster than sitting in lecture for 15 weeks.
B
Brandon C.
NCCRS · Project Management
★★★★★
No CLEP® exists for Project Management, so the NCCRS course was the only path. Did it in 18 days. My university accepted it no questions.
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 LMU'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 LMU

  • CLEP® path: Enter LMU's code 1408 at test registration — College Board transmits scores directly to the Registrar
  • DSST path: Same mechanism using DSST code 9780
  • 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®, ACE/NCCRS,
or community college?

Three legitimate ways to earn LMU 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
LMU acceptsYes · 28 subjects
RiskSingle high-stakes exam
Best for: Confident test-takers who want fastest turnaround and lowest cost per credit.
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ACE/NCCRS Course
FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
CostIncluded in subscription
LMU 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
LMU acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
RiskLow · familiar format
Best for: Students who want a traditional classroom experience and are not time-constrained.
About Lincoln Memorial University

LMU
in brief.

Lincoln Memorial University is a private university in Harrogate, Tennessee, in the Appalachian region near the Kentucky border. It was founded in 1897 and is named for Abraham Lincoln. The university serves students through its main campus and additional instructional sites.

LMU offers a broad mix of undergraduate, graduate, and professional study. It is known for programs in health professions, education, business, and the liberal arts, and it also operates professional schools. The university emphasizes service, leadership, and community engagement.

For students considering CLEP or other transfer credit, LMU is the kind of institution where credit-by-exam and transfer policies should be checked carefully against current university rules. Acceptance of CLEP credit can depend on the exam, the score earned, the student’s program, and how the credit fits degree requirements. Prospective students should confirm applicability before relying on exam credit for graduation planning.

Credit evaluation at LMU is handled through the university’s registrar and academic records processes. Transfer and exam credits are typically posted only after official documentation is received and reviewed. Students should consult the registrar or academic advisor for the most current policies on transcript evaluation, residency requirements, and how credits apply to a specific degree plan.

28
CLEP® Exams Accepted
3
Credit Pathways
136
Max CLEP® Credits
Quick Highlights
  • Private university serving students in Harrogate, Tennessee
  • Regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
  • Broad academic offerings across undergraduate, graduate, and professional study
  • Health professions strength with a notable presence in professional education
  • Transfer and exam credit should be confirmed with the registrar for program-specific applicability
FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does Lincoln Memorial University accept?
Lincoln Memorial University 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 LMU require?
LMU requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 36 – 52 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to Lincoln Memorial University?
Enter LMU's institution code 1408 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my LMU degree?
Most undergraduate programs cap credit-by-exam at approximately 30 semester hours. Confirm program-specific caps with the Registrar.
Does LMU accept DSST exams?
Yes. LMU is a DSST credit-awarding institution with DSST code 9780.
Is LMU an NCCRS member institution?
LMU is not currently listed as an NCCRS member. NCCRS-recommended coursework may still be considered under the Registrar's prior-learning policy — confirm first.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at LMU?
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 — Business (4 exams)
Does LMU accept CLEP® Information Systems?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Information Systems exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 52.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Introductory Business Law?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Introductory Business Law exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 51.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. LMU 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 LMU accept CLEP® American Literature?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® American Literature exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMU accept CLEP® English Literature?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® English Literature exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (11 exams)
Does LMU accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMU accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMU accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 45.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 44.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 41.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (4 exams)
Does LMU accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 46.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 47.
Does LMU accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. LMU 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 LMU accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 42.
Does LMU accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 45.
Does LMU accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 36.
Does LMU accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 42.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 45.
Does LMU accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. LMU accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
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