E-mail this pageFrequently Asked Questions for CLEP
How do I prepare for a CLEP exam?
There are several resources to prepare for a CLEP exam. You can take a free CLEP demo test online , purchase an official CLEP study guide or individual test study guides .
How are the CLEP exams scored?
CLEP exams are scored on a 20-80 point scale. For most tests, the credit granting score recommended by the American Council on Education is 50, but there are exceptions for some tests and at some colleges. If you have questions, please visit the CLEP website at www.collegeboard.com/clep .
How long is the test?
Exams are designed to completed in 90 minutes.
Can I take two tests on one day?
The Plattsburgh test center allows one exam per test date.
What if I have a disability?
Contact the test administrator, Kyla Relaford, at 518.564.2080.
Will I find out if I passed immediately?
You will receive your candidate score report upon completion of the exam. If you have taken the English Composition with Essay, you will receive one combined score after the essay has been scored, usually two to three weeks after your test date.
How long will it take for my school to receive my scores if I'm not taking an exam with an essay?
Your institution should receive the report of your scores within four to six weeks after you complete your exam. If a score report is not received in this time frame, please contact CLEP Customer Service (1-800-257-9558).
If I don't score high enough, may I retake the test next month?
CLEP requires that a test taker wait six months to retake an exam.
Contact Information
Academic Advising
Office Location: Feinberg 103-The Learning Center
Phone: (518) 564-2080
Fax: (518) 564-2079
E-mail: advise@plattsburgh.edu