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University of Wisconsin - River Falls CLEP® Credit Policy

UW-River Falls accepts 24 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® · 24 ExamsNCCRS MemberACE Accepted
How It Works

3 steps to earn
UW-River Falls 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 UW-River Falls's CLEP® code 1918 at registration — scores transmit to the Registrar automatically.
Credit posts to your transcript
Most students see credit on their UW-River Falls transcript within 2–4 weeks of exam transmission. No professor meetings, no final-paper panic — just credit.
The Exam List

Every CLEP® exam
University of Wisconsin - River Falls accepts.

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

Composition and Literature

2 exams · up to 9 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Analyzing and Interpreting Literature503Start prep →
Humanities506Start prep →

History and Social Sciences

11 exams · up to 36 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
American Government503Start prep →
History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877503Start prep →
History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present503Start prep →
Human Growth and Development503Start prep →
Introductory Psychology503Start prep →
Introductory Sociology503Start prep →
Principles of Macroeconomics503Start prep →
Principles of Microeconomics503Start prep →
Social Sciences and History506Start prep →
Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648503Start prep →
Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present503Start prep →

Science and Mathematics

4 exams · up to 15 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
Biology503Start prep →
College Algebra633Start prep →
College Mathematics503Start prep →
Natural Sciences506Start prep →

World Languages

4 exams · up to 30 credits
ExamMin ScoreCreditsPrep
French Language Level I508Start prep →
German Language Level I508Start prep →
Spanish Language Level I508Start prep →
Spanish Language Level II606Start 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 Wisconsin - River Falls's current policy, email team@transfercredit.org and we'll update this page.
Beyond CLEP®

UW-River Falls is both an ACE-aligned
and NCCRS member institution.

UW-River Falls is listed as an NCCRS member on nationalccrs.org and recognized on acenet.edu. Beyond CLEP®, it may accept both ACE-recommended and NCCRS-recommended coursework — three complementary pathways to your degree. Acceptance of specific courses is determined by the UW-River Falls Registrar under its prior-learning policy; 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 · UW-River Falls 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. UW-River Falls 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 UW-River Falls.

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 UW-River Falls.

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Outcome
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ACE & NCCRS courses UW-River Falls 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.

UW-River Falls is both an ACE-aligned institution (per acenet.edu) and an NCCRS member (per nationalccrs.org). Acceptance of specific courses is determined at the Registrar's discretion under prior-learning policy — confirm with your registrar 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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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 UW-River Falls'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 UW-River Falls

  • CLEP® path: Enter UW-River Falls's code 1918 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
UW-River Falls acceptsYes · 24 subjects
RiskSingle high-stakes exam
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FormatSelf-paced + retake-able final
Time to credit2–6 weeks / course
CostIncluded in subscription
UW-River Falls 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
UW-River Falls acceptsUsually · articulation agreements
RiskLow · familiar format
Best for: Students who want a traditional classroom experience and are not time-constrained.
About University of Wisconsin - River Falls

UW-River Falls
in brief.

The University of Wisconsin-River Falls is a public university in River Falls, Wisconsin, in the western part of the state near the Minnesota border. It is part of the University of Wisconsin System and serves undergraduate and graduate students in a campus setting with a strong regional mission.

UW-River Falls offers a broad range of academic programs across the arts and sciences, education, business, agriculture, and related professional fields. The university is especially known for programs connected to agriculture, teacher education, and applied learning, and it emphasizes hands-on experiences and undergraduate engagement.

For CLEP and transfer-credit purposes, UW-River Falls is a public university that evaluates prior learning through its own academic policies rather than through a one-size-fits-all approach. Students seeking credit by exam or transfer credit should expect the university to review scores, course equivalencies, and degree applicability before credit is posted.

Credit evaluation and transcript processing are handled through the university's registrar and academic records processes. As with most universities, the exact amount of credit awarded depends on the exam, the score earned, the subject area, and how the credit fits the student's program of study. Students should consult the registrar or academic catalog for the current rules before relying on any prior-learning credit.

24
CLEP® Exams Accepted
2
Credit Pathways
99
Max CLEP® Credits
Quick Highlights
  • Public university in the University of Wisconsin System
  • Regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
  • Strong applied-learning tradition with hands-on academic opportunities
  • Broad undergraduate offerings across liberal arts and professional fields
  • Transfer and exam credit are evaluated through university academic policies
FAQ

Questions, answered.

How many CLEP® exams does University of Wisconsin - River Falls accept?
University of Wisconsin - River Falls accepts 24 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 UW-River Falls require?
UW-River Falls requires minimum CLEP® scores in the range of 50 – 63 depending on the exam. The standard ACE-recommended passing score for CLEP® is 50.
How do I send my CLEP® score to University of Wisconsin - River Falls?
Enter UW-River Falls's institution code 1918 when registering for your CLEP® exam. Scores transmit automatically to the Registrar.
How many CLEP® credits can I apply toward my UW-River Falls degree?
Most undergraduate programs cap credit-by-exam at approximately 30 semester hours. Confirm program-specific caps with the Registrar.
Does UW-River Falls accept DSST exams?
DSST acceptance at UW-River Falls is not confirmed in our dataset. Contact the Registrar for current policy.
Is UW-River Falls an NCCRS member institution?
Yes. UW-River Falls is listed as an NCCRS member institution on nationalccrs.org.
How long does it take to earn CLEP® credit at UW-River Falls?
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 (3 exams)
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Financial Accounting?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Financial Accounting exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Information Systems?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Information Systems exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Principles of Marketing?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Principles of Marketing exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Composition and Literature (2 exams)
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Analyzing and Interpreting Literature exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Humanities?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Humanities exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — History and Social Sciences (11 exams)
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® American Government?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® American Government exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Human Growth and Development?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Human Growth and Development exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Introductory Psychology?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Introductory Psychology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Introductory Sociology?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Introductory Sociology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Principles of Macroeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Principles of Microeconomics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Social Sciences and History?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Social Sciences and History exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — Science and Mathematics (4 exams)
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Biology?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Biology exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® College Algebra?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® College Algebra exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 63.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® College Mathematics?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® College Mathematics exam for 3 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Natural Sciences?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Natural Sciences exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
CLEP® exam details — World Languages (4 exams)
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® French Language Level I?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® French Language Level I exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® German Language Level I?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® German Language Level I exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level I?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level I exam for 8 college credits, with a minimum required score of 50.
Does UW-River Falls accept CLEP® Spanish Language Level II?
Yes. UW-River Falls accepts the CLEP® Spanish Language Level II exam for 6 college credits, with a minimum required score of 60.
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