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College Level Examination Program (view source)
Revision as of 05:48, December 27, 2009
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==CLEP v. AP==
==CLEP v. AP==
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 rigorous coursework of AP and test restrictions, coupled with its high school focus, has led to charges of elitism. Since the AP work isn't geared towards other age groups, it disenfranchises a significant portion of the population. The exclusiveness of the AP program is directly contrasted by the inclusiveness of the CLEP program. CLEP testing occurs at colleges and happens monthly, as opposed to annually. Due to the greater access of CLEP sites, more people are able to take the tests, making the CLEP an attractive 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.
Another difference is subject breadth. With 36 CLEP subjects and 31 AP subjects, both tests have a similar number of subjects. As opposed to AP subjects, CLEP subjects branch out beyond core GE areas and cover a broader spectrum of academic departments.
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. But CLEP subjects branch out beyond core GE areas and cover a broader spectrum of academic departments, in contrast with the AP exams. CLEP exams also have less [[testing bias]] than AP exams.
== References ==
== References ==