Maximizing CLEP Credits

Hi there! I recently heard about CLEP exams and I think they might be a great way for me to earn some college credit. Does anyone know what the easiest college classes to CLEP are? And how do they compare in difficulty to AP exams?

Certainly, CLEP (College Level Examination Program) exams can indeed be a cost-effective way to earn college credit, especially for subjects you're already confident in. Allied with your question, it might not be about what the 'easiest' exams are, but rather which exams align best with your knowledge and skills.

That said, candidates often find the Introductory Psychology, Principles of Marketing, and Introduction to Sociology CLEP exams more straightforward to pass due to their nature of covering basic principles and concept introductions. However, bear in mind that the difficulty is ultimately subjective and depends on your understanding and preparation.

Comparing CLEP and AP (Advanced Placement) exams, both can earn you college credit but they serve somewhat different functions. AP exams are designed oriented towards high school students and are often taken after completing a relevant AP course. On the other hand, CLEP exams are more focused towards adults, military personnel, or students seeking to test out of specific subjects at the college level.

In terms of difficulty, AP exams generally can be perceived as more challenging. This is primarily due to AP exams' intent to measure a student's ability to perform at a college level, while CLEP exams are more about assessing familiarity with college-level material. However, similar to the easiness of CLEP exams, difficulty can be subjective based on individual knowledge, preparation, and test-taking skills.

Ultimately, before deciding to commit to a CLEP exam, I would advise you to check with the specific policies of the colleges you're interested in. Not all colleges accept CLEP exams for credit and some have limitations on the number of credits that can be earned in this way. To maximize your benefits from CLEP, knowing your target schools' policies can make a discernible difference.