CLEP Credits at University of Wisconsin Milwaukee

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is a public research university in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It is part of the University of Wisconsin System and serves a large urban student population in the state’s largest city. The university’s main campus is in Milwaukee, with additional facilities and a strong connection to the region.

UWM offers a broad range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across many fields. It is especially known for research activity and for strengths in areas such as health sciences, engineering, business, education, and the arts. The university also benefits from its urban setting, which supports internships, community partnerships, and applied learning.

For transfer and credit-by-exam purposes, UWM is a public university that evaluates prior college coursework and other forms of academic credit through its official transfer and admissions processes. Students considering CLEP or other exam-based credit should consult UWM’s current transfer-credit and testing policies, since acceptance can vary by subject, score, and degree program. The university’s policies are the authoritative source for how such credit may apply.

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