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Requirements vary by college and there is no universally accepted standard for GE. The difference in academic background of candidates also affects colleges' approach to general education. Many colleges accept AP and [[CLEP]] exams in place of introductory courses, up to a certain limit of credits. These tests validate life experience, providing colleges with a justifiable basis to award credit. Another way to get credit is through military service. Recognizing the potential knowledge veterans have acquired through their service, the [[American Council of Education]] has established guidelines on credit equivalency for military training, using the [[DD214]].  

Requirements vary by college and there is no universally accepted standard for GE. The difference in academic background of candidates also affects colleges' approach to general education. Many colleges accept AP and [[CLEP]] exams in place of introductory courses, up to a certain limit of credits. These tests validate life experience, providing colleges with a justifiable basis to award credit. Another way to get credit is through military service. Recognizing the potential knowledge veterans have acquired through their service, the [[American Council of Education]] has established guidelines on credit equivalency for military training, using the [[DD214]].  

The cost and rigor of undergraduate study makes it difficult for some people to be able to enter a four year institution after high school. Many students complete their general education coursework at junior colleges, where there is little to no tuition and the pace is more relaxed, then transfer to an undergraduate school. While two year colleges make college education more accessible and affordable, there can be some drawbacks. The junior college courses may not be similar to those at the university level, leaving a transfer student at a disadvantage.

The cost and rigor of undergraduate study make it difficult for some people to enter a four-year institution after high school. Many students complete their general education coursework at junior colleges, where tuition is relatively inexpensive and the pace is more relaxed, then transfer to an undergraduate school. While two-year colleges make college education more accessible and affordable, there can be some drawbacks; for instance, courses may not be similar in rigor to those at the university level, leaving a transfer student at a disadvantage.

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