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CLEP Exams at North Shore Community College (Danvers)

North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus accepts 34 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® · 34 ExamsNCCRS Member
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The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus accepts.

34 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. North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus decides how many exam credits count toward your degree.

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What this is worth

5 exams at North Shore, two ways

North Shore accepts 34 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
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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 North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus'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 North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus — check the policy above before you test.

About the college

About North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus

North Shore Community College is a public community college serving the North Shore region of Massachusetts, with a campus in Danvers, Massachusetts. The Danvers Campus is one of the college's locations and serves students from Danvers and surrounding communities. As a community college, it offers accessible higher education with pathways to certificates, associate degrees, and transfer opportunities.

The college offers a range of academic and career-focused programs, including liberal arts and sciences, health-related fields, business, and technical or workforce-oriented study. Community colleges like North Shore are often known for flexible scheduling, affordable tuition, and support for students planning either immediate employment or transfer to a four-year institution. Students should consult the college's current catalog for the most up-to-date list of programs and requirements.

  • Public community college serving the North Shore region of Massachusetts
  • Danvers Campus is one of the college's Massachusetts locations
  • Transfer-oriented pathways for students planning to continue to four-year institutions
  • Career and technical programs alongside liberal arts and sciences study
  • Regionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education
Transfer credit policy

How Transfer Credits Work at North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, North Shore Community College is the kind of institution that commonly evaluates prior learning and exam-based credit through established academic policies. Whether CLEP credit is accepted, and how it applies to a specific program, depends on the college's current rules and the student's degree plan. Students should verify exam-credit applicability with the college before testing or enrolling.

Students may also have options involving CLEP®, DSST, AP, ACE, or NCCRS credits, depending on NSCC'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. North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus transfer credits should therefore be reviewed against the specific degree program.

Transfer tip: Check your transfer credit evaluation and compare accepted credits with your North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus degree requirements before planning additional coursework.
Beyond CLEP®

NSCC is an
NCCRS member institution.

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

NSCC 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 NSCC

  • CLEP® path: Enter NSCC's CLEP® code 8708 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
  • NCCRS path: Complete the course, receive the applicable NCCRS transcript, and submit it to the Registrar
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Format90-min exam
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NSCC acceptsYes · 34 subjects
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FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
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NSCC acceptsYes · Cooperating College
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Format15-week semester
Time to credit4–6 months
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FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus accept?
North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus accepts 34 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 NSCC require?
NSCC requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 50 – 65 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to North Shore Community College - Danvers Campus?
Enter NSCC's institution code 8708 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my NSCC degree?
Each college and program sets its own limit. Ask the NSCC Registrar how many exam credits it accepts toward your degree.
Does NSCC accept DSST exams?
DSST acceptance at NSCC is not confirmed in our dataset. Contact the Registrar for current policy.
Is NSCC an NCCRS member institution?
Yes. NSCC is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at NSCC?
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 NSCC 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 (5 exams)
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Financial Accounting?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Financial Accounting exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Information Systems?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Information Systems exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Introductory Business Law?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Introductory Business Law exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Marketing exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Composition and Literature (6 exams)
Does NSCC accept CLEP® American Literature?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® American Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® College Composition?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® College Composition exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® College Composition Modular?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® College Composition Modular exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® English Literature?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® English Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Humanities?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Humanities exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (10 exams)
Does NSCC accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. NSCC 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 NSCC accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. NSCC 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 NSCC accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (6 exams)
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® College Mathematics?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® College Mathematics exam for 4 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Precalculus?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Precalculus exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (7 exams)
Does NSCC accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 9 college credits, with a minimum required score of 59.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 9 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 9 college credits, with a minimum required score of 63.
Does NSCC accept CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level I?
Yes. NSCC accepts the CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level I exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 65.
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