Step 1: Check your institution's CLEP credit policy

CLEP credit policies vary by institution. Verify which exams are accepted and the required passing scores. For Suffolk students, refer to the Credit Granting Policy to see which CLEP exams are eligible for credit.

• Suffolk students must complete the final 30 credits at Suffolk University. Senior-status students are not eligible for CLEP credit unless approved through a Senior Petition Form. For assistance, contact the Undergraduate Academic Advising Center at 617-573-8034 or [email protected].

Step 2: Register with College Board

Register and pay $97 for your CLEP exam on the College Board website. After registering, you’ll receive a ticket registration number. Print your registration ticket, as you will need it on exam day.

Step 3: Reserve your seat at Suffolk's CLEP Test Center

Once registered, reserve your seat at Suffolk University’s CLEP testing center. Seats are limited and assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Test Center Fee: A non-refundable, non-transferable fee applies to all test takers. $30 for Suffolk students, $40 for non-Suffolk students. Payment options: debit/credit card. Please use the appropriate promo code when checking out. The fee applies per exam, and additional fees apply if rescheduling.
• Exams: Only exams listed in Suffolk’s drop-down menu at checkout are available to take at our testing center. If you're looking to take an exam that’s not listed or a foreign language exam, you'll need to find a different CLEP testing center.
  
  

Other Important Information for CLEP Test Takers

Scoring

• You may request an unofficial score printout before your exam, except for the College Composition exam.
• The College Board provides a specific timeline for scoring the essay portion of this exam.
• After you complete the exam, all scoring information is submitted to the College Board.
• Scoring Inquiries: For questions about scores, contact the College Board directly at 800-257-9558.
• You must wait three months before retaking the same CLEP exam.

Parking

• Suffolk University does not provide parking for CLEP test takers.
• You may refer to a list of nearby parking facilities located around Suffolk University for available options.

Additional Resources

• The College Board has compiled a detailed document titled "CLEP Information for Test Takers".
  
  • This guide includes:
    
    • Descriptions of each CLEP exam
    • Study material
    • Information on accommodations for students with disabilities
    • And more