Credit By Examination

Students may demonstrate evidence of college-level achievement through the use of nationally standardized tests. Competency to take these examinations may have been gained through intensive preparation in high school, extensive reading in a particular field, or other types of formal or informal preparation. A student may not use credit by examination to repeat a course that has been previously completed at NDSU or another regionally accredited institution. Score reports must be sent directly to NDSU from the awarding agency/board. High school transcripts and student-issued grade reports are not considered official for purposes of awarding credit by examination. Credit by examination is not counted towards the university residence credit requirement for graduation.