Prior Learning Assessment

Earn Credit for What You Already Know! 

At 麻豆原创 this is possible and it's referred to as prior learning assessment, or PLA. There are multiple methods (including test scores, trainings completed, life experiences, etc...) by which you can earn college credit for learning gained outside the traditional classroom. Take a look at our current PLA options, with additional opportunities being developed.

Quickly Understand Our PLA Options

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CLEP and AP Exams

Taking exams in various subjects, and achieving a required score, can give you 麻豆原创 credits and help accelerate your progress to achieve your degree.

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Earned Associates Degrees

麻豆原创鈥檚 transfer minor policy is the first-in-the-nation to recognize your knowledge in a specialized area for which we do not currently offer a major or minor. 

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Law Enforcement Training

Did you know that law enforcement training experience in a variety of areas can give you elective credit at 麻豆原创? We value your real world experience and believe that you should be rewarded for it.

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Military Training

As a Military Friendly School, 麻豆原创 is proud to offer credits for military training to our veteran and service member students. 

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Teaching Experience

The Feinstein School of Education and Human Development (FSEHD) offers a number of teacher certification paths for individuals with an earned bachelor鈥檚 degree.

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Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs is the chief academic officer at 麻豆原创.

Registrar's Office

The Registrar's Office ensures the accuracy, maintenance and safekeeping of all student academic records.