Prior Learning Credit
MVNU recognizes that adult students are afforded numerous educational opportunities outside the traditional, structured college classroom. This extra-institutional learning may be achieved through both on-the-job training and life experiences, as well as courses sponsored by businesses, government, industry, the armed forces, professional schools, and other credible associations or agencies.
To provide equitable academic recognition for college-level learning, MVNU has established policies concerning credit awards for prior learning, which is defined as college-level learning obtained beyond the traditional college classroom and prior to any college coursework in that subject area. Prior experience, while important, will not necessarily be equivalent to prior learning. GPS students must articulate and demonstrate measurable college-level learning outcomes.
GPS students who request PLC must provide all training records, licenses, certificates, and/or letters from supervisors for evaluation. There is no guarantee of the number of Prior Learning Credits that will be awarded. Upon approval, all Prior Learning Credits that have been awarded will be added to the student's transcript.
Common forms of PLC accepted by MVNU include:
- Standardized Examinations (CLEP/DSST)
- Professional Licensures (Military, ACE)
- Corporate and Professional Training
Students may earn a maximum of sixty (60) total undergraduate PLC credit hours, subject to the following limitations:
- No more than thirty (30) PLC credit hours may be earned via CLEP/DSST.
- No more than forty (40) PLC credit hours may be earned via all other types of prior learning credit.
CLEP/DSST Tests
DSST (DANTES Subject Standardized Tests) and CLEP (College Level Examination Program) tests are available for students who need to complete the General Education Core or General Elective requirements. There is a fee for each test, plus an additional transcription fee per credit hour earned. The student should contact the appropriate academic advisor for specific information, academic advice, and restrictions.
Click here for additional information about CLEP tests.
Click here for additional information about DANTES Subject Standarized Tests