Hi everyone, I've been reading up on CLEP exams and how they can save time and money on college courses. I'm trying to find out if there are any programs or scholarships that offer CLEP exams for free. Has anyone here taken a CLEP exam without having to pay the fee? Any advice on this would be hugely appreciated!
Hello! Great to hear you're looking into CLEP exams—they can indeed be a smart way to get college credit before you even set foot on campus. To answer your question, yes, there are ways to reduce or even completely cover the cost of a CLEP exam. One way is through the 'Modern States' Freshman Year for Free program, which offers vouchers to cover the exam fee after you complete their online course.
Additionally, if you're in the military, you may be eligible for DANTES, which can fund your CLEP exam. Some high schools also may have funding available for CLEP exams, especially for students demonstrating financial need, so it's worth asking your school counselor about this.
Lastly, check with local educational foundations and organizations—they sometimes offer scholarships or grants specifically for standardized testing fees. Good luck, and I hope you find a cost-saving solution that works for you!
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