Ursuline College accepts 31 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.
1848 at registration — scores transmit to the Registrar automatically.31 CLEP® exams organized by category, with the minimum score and credit hours awarded for each.
| Exam | Min Score | Credits | Prep |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Literature | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Analyzing and Interpreting Literature | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| College Composition | 50 | 6 | Start prep → |
| English Literature | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Exam | Min Score | Credits | Prep |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Government | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| History of the United States I: Early Colonization to 1877 | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| History of the United States II: 1865 to the Present | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Human Growth and Development | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Introduction to Educational Psychology | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Introductory Psychology | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Introductory Sociology | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Principles of Macroeconomics | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Principles of Microeconomics | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648 | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Exam | Min Score | Credits | Prep |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | 50 | 6 | Start prep → |
| Calculus | 50 | 4 | Start prep → |
| Chemistry | 50 | 6 | Start prep → |
| College Algebra | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Precalculus | 50 | 3 | Start prep → |
| Exam | Min Score | Credits | Prep |
|---|---|---|---|
| French Language Level I | 50 | 6 | Start prep → |
| French Language Level II | 59 | 9 | Start prep → |
| German Language Level I | 50 | 6 | Start prep → |
| German Language Level II | 60 | 9 | Start prep → |
| Spanish Language Level I | 50 | 6 | Start prep → |
| Spanish Language Level II | 63 | 9 | Start prep → |
Ursuline College 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 Ursuline College Registrar under its prior-learning policy; confirm before enrolling.
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 Ursuline College.
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.
Ursuline College 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.
Ursuline College's minimum CLEP® scores run 50 – 63. Generic flashcard apps aim for "passing." We're built for acing.
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Ursuline College is a private Catholic college in Pepper Pike, Ohio, in the Cleveland area. It was founded by the Ursuline Sisters and continues to be associated with the Ursuline educational tradition. The college serves undergraduate and graduate students in a suburban setting.
The college offers a range of liberal arts, professional, and graduate programs, with particular recognition for health-related and professional fields. Ursuline is known for its small-college environment and for combining classroom learning with practical preparation. Students can pursue study across disciplines in a setting that emphasizes individualized attention.
For transfer and credit-by-exam planning, students should consult Ursuline College’s current transfer credit and academic policies rather than assume blanket CLEP acceptance. Credit policies can vary by department, program, and course equivalency, and some exams may be accepted only under specific conditions. The most reliable source is the college’s official transfer credit guidance and the registrar’s office.
The registrar’s office is typically responsible for evaluating transfer coursework, posting approved credit, and maintaining the official academic record. Students seeking CLEP or other exam credit should confirm in advance how scores are submitted, what minimum scores are required, and whether the credit applies to general education, electives, or major requirements. Because policies can change, students should verify details directly with the college before testing or enrolling elsewhere.
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TransferCredit.org is an independent education service, not affiliated with or endorsed by Ursuline College. CLEP® is a registered trademark of the College Board. DSST is a registered trademark of Prometric. Credit policy facts verified at time of writing; always confirm current policy with the Registrar.