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The College Of Saint Rose CLEP® Credit Policy

Saint Rose accepts 38 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® · 38 ExamsNCCRS Member
How It Works

3 steps to earn
Saint Rose credit via CLEP®.

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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.
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90-minute exam at any College Board test center. Enter Saint Rose's CLEP® code 2091 at registration — scores transmit to the Registrar automatically.
Credit posts to your transcript
Most students see credit on their Saint Rose transcript within 2–4 weeks of exam transmission. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
The College Of Saint Rose accepts.

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

Note: These CLEP® scores and credit hours reflect the College Board standard. This institution is listed as accepting CLEP®, but specific minimum scores and credit awards were not published at the time of writing — verify with the Registrar before scheduling an exam.

Composition and Literature

6 exams · up to 18 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
American Literature603Start prep →
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature603Start prep →
College Composition603Start prep →
College Composition Modular603Start prep →
English Literature603Start prep →
Humanities603Start prep →

World Languages

8 exams · up to 24 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
French Language Level I603Start prep →
French Language Level II603Start prep →
German Language Level I603Start prep →
German Language Level II603Start prep →
Spanish Language Level I603Start prep →
Spanish Language Level II603Start prep →
Spanish with Writing Level I603Start prep →
Spanish with Writing Level II603Start prep →
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Beyond CLEP®

Saint Rose is an
NCCRS member institution.

Saint Rose is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org. CLEP® isn't the only way to earn credit here — as an NCCRS member, Saint Rose 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 — 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 · Saint Rose is a Member
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. Saint Rose is a listed NCCRS member, meaning 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 Saint Rose.

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 Saint Rose.

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NCCRS courses Saint Rose 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.

Saint Rose is an NCCRS member institution per nationalccrs.org. 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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CLEP® American Government
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NCCRS · Human Resources Management
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HR generalist for 6 years. NCCRS course was embarrassingly easy given my experience but the credit counts the same. Finished in 10 days.
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ACE · Managerial Accounting
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Did the ACE course instead of CLEP® — took me 4 weeks, retake-able final was a huge stress reliever. Credit transferred cleanly.
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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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CLEP® Principles of Management
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Middle management for 5 years. Exam tested exactly what I do at work. Prep took a few hours. Passed easily. 3 credits earned.
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CLEP® Calculus
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CLEP® Analyzing Literature
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Not a lit person. Struggled with poetry interpretation specifically. Prep material had analysis frameworks that unlocked it. Passed at 55.
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CLEP® American Government
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Poli-sci sophomore. This exam is basically AP Gov on mild steroids. Well-prepared because of the structured chapter review. Scored 74.
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 Saint Rose's Registrar workflow like any other transcript.

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What you get with TransferCredit

  • Structured prep content for 25+ CLEP® exams — chapters, subchapters, 500+ practice questions per subject
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  • 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 Saint Rose

  • CLEP® path: Enter Saint Rose's code 2091 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
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CLEP® Exam
Format90-min exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$93 exam + prep
Saint Rose acceptsYes · 38 subjects
RiskSingle high-stakes exam
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FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
CostIncluded in subscription
Saint Rose 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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Format15-week semester
Time to credit4–6 months
Cost$300–600 per credit
Saint Rose acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
RiskLow · familiar format
Best for: Students who want a traditional classroom experience and are not time-constrained.
About The College Of Saint Rose

Saint Rose
in brief.

The College of Saint Rose was a private Catholic college in Albany, New York. It served students in the Capital Region and was known for its urban campus setting in New York's state capital. The college ceased operations in 2024.

Saint Rose offered undergraduate and graduate study across a range of liberal arts, education, business, and arts-related fields. It was especially known for programs in teacher education, communication, music, and other professional areas. Because the college has closed, its academic offerings are no longer active.

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, Saint Rose historically evaluated outside coursework and exam credit through its academic policies. Students considering credit-by-exam or transfer work were expected to follow the college's official transfer and registrar procedures. Since the institution is closed, current CLEP or transfer-credit acceptance is no longer available there.

Registrar and credit decisions at Saint Rose were handled through the college's academic records and registration offices under institutional policy. As with most colleges, credit applicability depended on course content, level, and degree requirements. Anyone seeking records or verification for past enrollment would need to use the institution's official closure and records channels.

38
CLEP® Exams Accepted
2
Credit Pathways
114
Max CLEP® Credits
Quick Highlights
  • Location in Albany, New York, in the state capital
  • Private Catholic college with a liberal arts and professional focus
  • Known for education and arts programs alongside business and communication offerings
  • Regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • Closed in 2024, so current enrollment and credit policies are no longer active
FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does The College Of Saint Rose accept?
The College Of Saint Rose accepts 38 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 Saint Rose require?
Saint Rose requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 60 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to The College Of Saint Rose?
Enter Saint Rose's institution code 2091 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my Saint Rose degree?
Most undergraduate programs cap credit-by-exam at approximately 30 semester hours. Confirm program-specific caps with the Registrar.
Does Saint Rose accept DSST exams?
DSST acceptance at Saint Rose is not confirmed in our dataset. Contact the Registrar for current policy.
Is Saint Rose an NCCRS member institution?
Yes. Saint Rose is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at Saint Rose?
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 (5 exams)
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Financial Accounting?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Financial Accounting exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Information Systems?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Information Systems exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Introductory Business Law?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Introductory Business Law exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Principles of Management?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Principles of Management exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Principles of Marketing exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
CLEP® exam details — Composition and Literature (6 exams)
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® American Literature?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® American Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® College Composition?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® College Composition exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® College Composition Modular?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® College Composition Modular exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® English Literature?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® English Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Humanities?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Humanities exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (12 exams)
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Social Sciences and History?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Social Sciences and History exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (7 exams)
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® College Mathematics?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® College Mathematics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Natural Sciences?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Natural Sciences exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Precalculus?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Precalculus exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (8 exams)
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level I?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level I exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does Saint Rose accept CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level II?
Yes. Saint Rose accepts the CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level II exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
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