CLEP Exams at UMGC (Curtis Bay CGS)

UMGC - Curtis Bay CGS is a University of Maryland Global Campus location in the Elkridge, Maryland area. UMGC is a public university that serves adult and nontraditional learners, with a strong emphasis on flexible access and online education. This location is part of UMGC's broader network of Maryland and military-adjacent learning sites.

UMGC offers undergraduate and graduate programs across areas such as business, cybersecurity, information technology, health-related fields, liberal arts, and public safety. The university is especially known for serving working adults, military-affiliated students, and transfer students through flexible course formats and career-oriented programs. Program availability can vary by location and delivery mode.

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, UMGC is generally considered transfer-friendly and is known for accepting a range of prior learning and exam-based credit when it fits degree requirements. Students should verify how CLEP, AP, military training, and other transfer credits apply to a specific program before enrolling. Policies can differ by course, major, and academic level.

Students may also have options involving CLEP®, DSST, AP, ACE, or NCCRS credits, depending on UMGC'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. UMGC - Curtis Bay CGS transfer credits should therefore be reviewed against the specific degree program.