<p>I'm a freshmen at the University of Florida, attending Summer B term. I failed all my AP Tests this year( with 2's), so I'd like to try to gain credit via CLEP.</p>
<p>First, is CLEP harder than AP? If someone could score a 2 on an AP Exam, could they just walk in at the testing center and score a 50 or whatever is needed for college credit?</p>
<p>Second, are we allowed to take multiple tests on one testing day? </p>
<p>Third, any opinions on the CLEP American Government, Microeconomics, Psychology, and English Literature tests? I failed those AP Tests, and would like to get college credit for those areas. I passed AP Composition.</p>
<p>Any, and all help is appreciated! Opinions, and advice are welcome. </p>
<p>Most students find CLEP to be easier than AP for two reasons: most tests are purely multiple choice and the questions are not designed to be tricky. I have heard of students with 2’s on APs walking in and passing CLEP, however, I wouldn’t advise it. You will be paying almost $100 for each test (test + admin fees), so you want to be as well prepared as possible. It won’t take you long to verify that you are ready. </p>
<p>Because you have already have a good foundation in these subjects, I would advise spending a little time preparing for CLEP and getting those credits! Be sure to join Instantcert (<a href=“HugeDomains.com”>HugeDomains.com) and read the specific exam feedback for the exams you’re taking. The tests change periodically, so it’s always good to have the latest reviews and tips on what to study. </p>
<p>You’ll have to check with your testing center to find out what their policy is on taking multiple tests in one day. Ours allows only one per day, but I have heard of others allowing 2 or even 3.</p>
<p>Thanks for the great advice SGP! You’re awesome… I see you around here very often being extremely helpful. It is appreciated!!! </p>
<p>I think I will brush off a bit on the Micro as it’s been a couple of months, and other subject Q’s. AP has given me great prep, but my biggest flaw were my free responses I’m sure. I always get really nervous with the essay portions, and I feel my poor responses were what prevented by from reaching 3’s. </p>
<p>If anyone else has past CLEP experience, any other advice, opinions, recently taken any of the exams mentioned…feel free to add your two cents!</p>
<p>Check the school’s policy on CLEP credits as well. At DD’s school, no CLEP credits can be awarded after a student has earned 30 or more credits. For example, my daughter wanted to take a foreign language test after her first year of college, but she was beyond the 30-credit limit.</p>
<p>Micro is required for many majors, so I’d strongly recommend taking a few practice tests and see how you do. You might be surprised. If you can score in the high 60’s or 70’s on the practice tests, you should be ready. My son said the exam was a lot like the REA practice test. The MicroEconomics DeMystified book is a big help, too.</p>
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