CLEP Exams at University of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky is a public research university in Lexington, Kentucky. It is the state’s flagship institution and serves students from across Kentucky, the United States, and beyond. The campus combines a large university setting with a strong emphasis on research, service, and professional education.

UK offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through its colleges and schools. The university is especially known for research activity and for programs in areas such as health professions, engineering, business, agriculture, and the liberal arts. Students also have access to extensive campus resources, internships, and experiential learning opportunities.

For transfer and credit-by-exam students, the University of Kentucky evaluates prior college coursework and standardized exam credit through established university policies. CLEP credit may be accepted in some cases, but applicability depends on the exam, score, and the specific degree program or department requirements. Students should review UK’s current transfer and credit policies before relying on exam credit for degree planning.

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