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College Level Examination Program (view source)
Revision as of 16:40, November 23, 2019
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==CLEP v. AP==
==CLEP v. AP==
The biggest difference between CLEP and AP exam is that there is less [[liberal]] bias in CLEP exams. AP exams are preferred by the top, most liberal universities, and perhaps because of that some AP exams suffer from significant bias. In the math and science fields, however, bias is less of an issue.
CLEP exams are also far more affordable and accessible than AP exams are.
As a standardized test is used to award credit, CLEP is similar to another [[College Board]] program, [[Advanced Placement]] (AP). However, unlike AP, there is no course targeted towards preparation for the exam. The AP exam is offered only in May of each year, and there are cumbersome and expensive requirements to sign up for the exam beforehand. In contrast, CLEP testing is available at most colleges on a monthly or even weekly basis. Due to the greater access of CLEP sites, more people are able to take the tests, making the CLEP an attractive and inexpensive option.
As a standardized test is used to award credit, CLEP is similar to another [[College Board]] program, [[Advanced Placement]] (AP). However, unlike AP, there is no course targeted towards preparation for the exam. The AP exam is offered only in May of each year, and there are cumbersome and expensive requirements to sign up for the exam beforehand. In contrast, CLEP testing is available at most colleges on a monthly or even weekly basis. Due to the greater access of CLEP sites, more people are able to take the tests, making the CLEP an attractive and inexpensive option.
Although AP test centers are required to be available to [[homeschoolers]], the process for participation by homeschoolers can be difficult depending on the local [[public school]]. Early planning and substantial fees are required.
Although AP test centers are required to be available to [[homeschoolers]], the process for participation by homeschoolers can be difficult depending on the local [[public school]]. Early planning and substantial fees are required.
Another difference between the CLEP and AP exams is subject breadth. With 36 CLEP subjects and 31 AP subjects, both tests have a similar number of subjects. While both AP and CLEP exams cover topics outside typical general education, many topics are only covered by one exam set or the other. CLEP exams also have less [[testing bias]] than AP exams.
Another difference between the CLEP and AP exams is subject breadth. With 36 CLEP subjects and 31 AP subjects, both tests have a similar number of subjects. While both AP and CLEP exams cover topics outside typical general education, many topics are only covered by one exam set or the other.
== References ==
== References ==