@psata82 - First of all, thank you for such an informative answer! I really had no idea there was a name for what I was asking (CLEP) - I guess I’m just pretty uninformed.
You seem to be well versed on CC’s - mind if I ask you a few more questions? (it’s alright if you don’t know the answers). First off, I’m assuming if you place into a higher level math or English class, you can clep out of those courses just as you can clep out of a remedial class, yes? Or is it harder to clep out of an advanced math/English class.
I’m aware that the California tuition rates are low (which is awesome). You said you can save time * and * money by clepping out of courses. How does this work? I get saving time - but do you pay less if you clep out of a course? How much less do you pay?
You also mentioned doing a General Associate of Arts or Science Degree without a major - if I choose this route (rather than selecting a degree for transfer), will this hinder my ability to transfer in to a four year college with ease? Or does it not matter if I have a TAG agreement. Also, would this negatively impact how long it will take me to graduate in total? I’m trying to decide if it’s best to transfer in undeclared, or if you should have a major in mind.
And one last thing. You mentioned excess credit clauses. Could you give me a little more detail on this? What would you consider to be “a few” extra classes - 2 or 3, or 10+?
Once again, thanks for the great answer!