CLEP Credits at Mercy College of Health Science

Mercy College of Health Science is a private Catholic college in Des Moines, Iowa, focused on health professions education. It is affiliated with MercyOne and serves students preparing for careers in nursing and other health-related fields. The college is located in Iowa’s capital city and operates as a specialized health sciences institution.

The college offers health-focused academic programs, with nursing as a central area of study and additional programs in allied health and related disciplines. Its mission emphasizes professional preparation, clinical learning, and service in healthcare settings. Because it is a specialized institution, its strengths are centered on hands-on training and workforce-oriented health education.

For CLEP and transfer credit purposes, Mercy College of Health Science should be treated as a college that evaluates prior learning through its own academic policies. Students seeking credit by exam or transfer credit should confirm in advance whether a specific CLEP subject exam or outside course will apply to their program. Policies can vary by major, course equivalency, and degree requirements, so official review is important before enrolling.

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