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CLEP Exams at University of Texas at Dallas

University of Texas at Dallas accepts 22 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.

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90-minute exam at any College Board test center. Enter UT Dallas's CLEP® code 6897 at registration — scores transmit to the Registrar automatically. Book it on College Board's CLEP® site.
Credit posts to your transcript
Most students see credit on their UT Dallas transcript within 2–4 weeks of exam transmission. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit. Plan which credits count with our Degree Planner.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
University of Texas at Dallas accepts.

22 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. University of Texas at Dallas decides how many exam credits count toward your degree.

Business

1 exams · up to 3 credits
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Information Systems503Start prep →

Science and Mathematics

5 exams · up to 30 credits
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Biology568Start prep →
Calculus618Start prep →
Chemistry608Start prep →
College Algebra503Start prep →
Precalculus583Start prep →
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See something outdated? CLEP® policies, minimum scores, and credit awards can change. If you spot a discrepancy with University of Texas at Dallas's current policy, email team@transfercredit.org and we'll update this page.
What this is worth

5 exams at Texas at Dallas, two ways

Texas at Dallas accepts 22 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
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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 University of Texas at Dallas's tuition and how many exam credits it lets you apply toward your degree.

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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 University of Texas at Dallas — check the policy above before you test.

About the university

About University of Texas at Dallas

The University of Texas at Dallas is a public research university in Richardson, Texas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area. It is part of The University of Texas System and serves a large commuter and residential student population. The university is known for its strong ties to the North Texas technology and business communities.

UT Dallas offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate study through its schools in arts and humanities, behavioral and brain sciences, business, engineering and computer science, interdisciplinary studies, and natural sciences and mathematics. The university is especially recognized for programs in engineering, computer science, business, and the sciences. It also has a strong research profile and a growing reputation for graduate education.

  • Public research university in Richardson, Texas, within the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area
  • Part of the University of Texas System with a strong regional and national research profile
  • Known for STEM and business programs, especially engineering, computer science, and management
  • Transfer and exam credit are evaluated through official university policies and degree requirements
  • Regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Transfer credit policy

How Transfer Credits Work at University of Texas at Dallas

For transfer and credit-by-exam students, UT Dallas evaluates prior college coursework and standardized exam credit according to university policy. CLEP credit may be accepted in some cases, but applicability depends on the specific exam, score, and degree program requirements. Students should review the university'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 UT Dallas'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 Texas at Dallas transfer credits should therefore be reviewed against the specific degree program.

Transfer tip: Check your transfer credit evaluation and compare accepted credits with your University of Texas at Dallas degree requirements before planning additional coursework.
Beyond CLEP®

UT Dallas is an
ACE-aligned institution.

UT Dallas is recognized on acenet.edu as an ACE-aligned institution. Beyond CLEP®, it may accept ACE-recommended coursework toward degree requirements. Acceptance of specific courses is determined by the UT Dallas Registrar under its prior-learning policy; 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
NCCRS Credit
NCCRS reviews non-collegiate coursework and provides college-credit recommendations for eligible learning. Member and non-member institutions may consider NCCRS-recommended coursework under their transfer credit or prior-learning policies. Acceptance depends on the institution, program, and applicable degree requirements.
Source: nationalccrs.org
How Your Credit Path Works

Two ways to earn credit.
Both count at UT Dallas.

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ACE courses UT Dallas 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.

UT Dallas is an ACE-aligned institution per acenet.edu. 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
U.S. History I 3cr U.S. History II 3cr French Language I 3cr
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Emily S.
CLEP® Analyzing Literature
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Was terrified of lit exams. The chapter structure broke down every period and movement I needed. Passed with a 62 — above what I needed.
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IT for a decade, zero formal CS credit. Passed this easy. Platform's material is actually current, not 2010 outdated nonsense.
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CLEP® Western Civilization I
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History has never been my strong suit. Structured chronological chapters made it actually make sense. Highly recommend for lazy studiers.
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ACE · Entrepreneurship
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Didn't want to sit through a semester of slideshows. NCCRS course let me study on my own pace. Finished the final exam three times to ace it.
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6 credits on one 90-min exam is the best ROI in all of college. Studied 5 weeks. Passed first try. No regrets about skipping the classes.
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Emily S.
CLEP® Analyzing Literature
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Was terrified of lit exams. The chapter structure broke down every period and movement I needed. Passed with a 62 — above what I needed.
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CLEP® Information Systems
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IT for a decade, zero formal CS credit. Passed this easy. Platform's material is actually current, not 2010 outdated nonsense.
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Adrian M.
NCCRS · Project Management
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PMP certified, still needed academic credit for the degree. NCCRS course was a paperwork exercise more than learning. Finished in 7 days.
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CLEP® Western Civilization I
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History has never been my strong suit. Structured chronological chapters made it actually make sense. Highly recommend for lazy studiers.
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ACE · Entrepreneurship
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Running my own company at 22. The course material was basic for me but the credit mattered for finishing my degree. Took one weekend.
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CLEP® Biology
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How TransferCredit.org Works

The policy,
in plain English.

We're a credit-by-exam prep provider offering ACE/NCCRS coursework through our partners. These pathways provide official records that can be submitted to UT Dallas's Registrar for transfer credit evaluation.

The Product

What you get with TransferCredit

  • Structured CLEP® prep for 25+ exams, with chapters, subchapters, and 500+ practice questions per subject
  • Access to 70+ ACE/NCCRS courses through our partner network — self-paced, flexible, and designed for college credit
  • Readiness tracker to help determine when to book a CLEP® exam or continue preparing
  • Official transcripts through the ACE Credit Registry (Credly) and applicable NCCRS providers for transfer credit evaluation
  • Pass-or-pivot option — a CLEP® setback may provide access to a matching ACE/NCCRS course
The Transfer

How credit reaches UT Dallas

  • CLEP® path: Enter UT Dallas's CLEP® code 6897 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
  • Consolidation option: Eligible ACE/NCCRS credits may be combined through transcript services such as Excelsior University's OneTranscript
  • Credit posting: Processing time varies by college and depends on when the Registrar receives and evaluates your transfer credits
Which Pathway For You

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CLEP® Exam
Format90-min exam
Time to credit4–8 weeks prep
Cost$93 exam + prep
UT Dallas acceptsYes · 22 subjects
RiskSingle high-stakes exam
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ACE/NCCRS Course
FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
CostIncluded in subscription
UT Dallas 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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Community College
Format15-week semester
Time to credit4–6 months
Cost$300–600 per credit
UT Dallas acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
RiskLow · familiar format
Best for: Students who want a traditional classroom experience and are not time-constrained.
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FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does University of Texas at Dallas accept?
University of Texas at Dallas accepts 22 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 UT Dallas require?
UT Dallas 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 University of Texas at Dallas?
Enter UT Dallas's institution code 6897 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my UT Dallas degree?
Most undergraduate programs cap credit-by-exam at approximately 30 semester hours. Confirm program-specific caps with the Registrar.
Does UT Dallas accept DSST exams?
DSST acceptance at UT Dallas is not confirmed in our dataset. Contact the Registrar for current policy.
Is UT Dallas an NCCRS member institution?
UT Dallas is not currently listed as an NCCRS member. NCCRS-recommended coursework may still be considered under the Registrar's prior-learning policy — confirm first.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at UT Dallas?
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 (1 exams)
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Information Systems?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Information Systems exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (9 exams)
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. UT Dallas 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 UT Dallas accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. UT Dallas 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 UT Dallas accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 57.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Introduction to Educational Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 57.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 59.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present?
Yes. UT Dallas 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 (5 exams)
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 56.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Calculus?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Calculus exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 61.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Chemistry?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Chemistry exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Precalculus?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Precalculus exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 58.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (7 exams)
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® French Language Level II?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® French Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 58.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® German Language Level II?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® German Language Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 58.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 9 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
Does UT Dallas accept CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level II?
Yes. UT Dallas accepts the CLEP® Spanish with Writing Level II exam for 12 college credits, with a minimum required score of 65.
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