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Linfield College CLEP® Credit Policy

Linfield University accepts 5 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® · 5 Exams
How It Works

3 steps to earn
Linfield University 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 Linfield University's CLEP® code 4387 at registration — scores transmit to the Registrar automatically.
Credit posts to your transcript
Most students see credit on their Linfield University transcript within 2–4 weeks of exam transmission. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
Linfield College accepts.

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

Business

3 exams · up to 9 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Introductory Business Law523Start prep →
Principles of Management503Start prep →
Principles of Marketing523Start prep →

History and Social Sciences

2 exams · up to 6 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Principles of Macroeconomics523Start prep →
Principles of Microeconomics523Start prep →
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See something outdated? CLEP® policies, minimum scores, and credit awards can change. If you spot a discrepancy with Linfield College's current policy, email team@transfercredit.org and we'll update this page.
Beyond CLEP®

ACE & NCCRS coursework
may still be considered.

Linfield University is not currently listed as an ACE-aligned or NCCRS member institution in our dataset. However, ACE- and NCCRS-recommended credits are accepted by a large number of U.S. colleges under prior-learning-assessment (PLA) policies, and acceptance is institution-specific. Before enrolling in an ACE or NCCRS course for credit transfer, confirm with the Linfield University Registrar whether it will accept the specific course toward your degree.

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 Linfield 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 Linfield University.

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 & NCCRS courses Linfield University may consider

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.

Linfield University is not currently listed as an ACE-aligned or NCCRS member in our dataset, but ACE and NCCRS credits are accepted by a wide range of U.S. institutions under prior-learning-assessment policy. Acceptance is institution-specific — confirm with the Registrar before enrolling in any course intended for credit transfer.

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
Why TransferCredit.org

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Linfield University's minimum CLEP® scores run 50 – 52. Generic flashcard apps aim for "passing." We're built for acing.

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Subject-matter experts available when you're stuck on a concept or a question.
Student Reviews

50,000+ students.
Real results.

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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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Trevor N.
CLEP® College Mathematics
★★★★★
Math is not my thing. The readiness quiz told me I was 68% ready for three weeks straight. When it hit 85% I booked. Scored a 64.
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Poppy G.
CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics
★★★★★
Fed-watcher and econ nerd. Passed with 76. Easily my favorite CLEP exam topic. Prep material taught me terminology I'd only half-known.
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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.
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Hassan R.
CLEP® Microeconomics
★★★★★
International student, needed to convert transcript credits. CLEP® was by far the fastest path. Two weeks prep, one exam, three credits.
J
Jude S.
CLEP® College Mathematics
★★★★★
Not a math person. Studied 3 weeks religiously. Readiness meter took forever to hit 80. Finally passed with 51. Every point counts.
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Tyler B.
CLEP® Introductory Sociology
★★★★★
Two weeks of solid study, one evening of cramming, passed with room to spare. The practice questions mirror the real exam format closely.
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Maria G.
ACE · Principles of Marketing
★★★★★
Chose ACE over CLEP® because I'm a terrible test-taker. The course-based option felt way more humane. Got my 3 credits without the panic.
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.
T
Trevor N.
CLEP® College Mathematics
★★★★★
Math is not my thing. The readiness quiz told me I was 68% ready for three weeks straight. When it hit 85% I booked. Scored a 64.
P
Poppy G.
CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics
★★★★★
Fed-watcher and econ nerd. Passed with 76. Easily my favorite CLEP exam topic. Prep material taught me terminology I'd only half-known.
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.
H
Hassan R.
CLEP® Microeconomics
★★★★★
International student, needed to convert transcript credits. CLEP® was by far the fastest path. Two weeks prep, one exam, three credits.
J
Jude S.
CLEP® College Mathematics
★★★★★
Not a math person. Studied 3 weeks religiously. Readiness meter took forever to hit 80. Finally passed with 51. Every point counts.
T
Tyler B.
CLEP® Introductory Sociology
★★★★★
Two weeks of solid study, one evening of cramming, passed with room to spare. The practice questions mirror the real exam format closely.
M
Maria G.
ACE · Principles of Marketing
★★★★★
Chose ACE over CLEP® because I'm a terrible test-taker. The course-based option felt way more humane. Got my 3 credits without the panic.
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 Linfield 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 Linfield University

  • CLEP® path: Enter Linfield University's code 4387 at test registration — College Board transmits scores directly to the Registrar
  • DSST path: Same mechanism using DSST code (confirm with Registrar)
  • 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 Linfield University credit without sitting in a 15-week university classroom. Here's the honest comparison.

⚡ Fastest
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CLEP® Exam
Format90-min exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$93 exam + prep
Linfield University acceptsYes · 5 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
Linfield University acceptsMay accept (confirm)
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
Linfield University acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
RiskLow · familiar format
Best for: Students who want a traditional classroom experience and are not time-constrained.
About Linfield College

Linfield University
in brief.

Linfield College, now known as Linfield University, is a private liberal arts institution in McMinnville, Oregon. Its main campus is in the Willamette Valley, and the university also has a presence in Portland through its nursing programs. The school serves undergraduate and graduate students in a small-college setting.

Linfield is known for a broad liberal arts curriculum, undergraduate research, and professional programs such as nursing. It offers majors and pre-professional pathways across the arts, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and health-related fields. The university also emphasizes experiential learning and close faculty-student interaction.

For CLEP and transfer credit purposes, Linfield is the kind of institution that typically reviews prior learning through its registrar and academic departments rather than applying a one-size-fits-all rule. Credit-by-exam and transfer credit decisions are usually based on official score reports, course equivalencies, and the student’s degree program. Students should confirm current policies directly with the university before relying on exam credit for graduation planning.

Registrar and credit evaluation processes at Linfield are handled through the university’s academic records and transfer review procedures. As with most accredited colleges, the applicability of CLEP, AP, IB, or transfer coursework depends on official documentation and institutional approval. Students should consult the registrar or admissions office for the most current requirements, limits, and posting procedures.

5
CLEP® Exams Accepted
1
Credit Pathways
15
Max CLEP® Credits
Quick Highlights
  • Private liberal arts university with a small-college academic environment
  • Located in McMinnville, Oregon with additional Portland-area nursing presence
  • Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
  • Strong undergraduate focus with liberal arts and professional programs
  • Transfer and exam credit are reviewed through institutional academic policies
FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does Linfield College accept?
Linfield College accepts 5 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 Linfield University require?
Linfield University requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 50 – 52 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to Linfield College?
Enter Linfield University's institution code 4387 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my Linfield University degree?
Most undergraduate programs cap credit-by-exam at approximately 30 semester hours. Confirm program-specific caps with the Registrar.
Does Linfield University accept DSST exams?
DSST acceptance at Linfield University is not confirmed in our dataset. Contact the Registrar for current policy.
Is Linfield University an NCCRS member institution?
Linfield University 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 Linfield 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 — Business (3 exams)
Does Linfield University accept CLEP® Introductory Business Law?
Yes. Linfield University accepts the CLEP® Introductory Business Law exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 52.
Does Linfield University accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. Linfield University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does Linfield University accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. Linfield University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Marketing exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 52.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (2 exams)
Does Linfield University accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. Linfield University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 52.
Does Linfield University accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. Linfield University accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 52.
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TransferCredit.org is an independent education service, not affiliated with or endorsed by Linfield College. 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.