If you would like to prepare for CLEP exams, Varsity Tutors can assist you with finding a CLEP class so you can feel more confident on test day. Thirty-three different intro-level college courses like Precalculus, College Algebra, Biology, and Financial Accounting are covered in these exams. If a student receives a passing score on one exam, they can bypass a course and earn credits at various universities. If you think that taking a CLEP course can you help improve your test-taking skills, contact us today.
The CLEP exams were designed to assist students with familiarity on college course subjects to get their degree in a more inexpensive and efficient manner. Students may have achieved such course knowledge through independent study and reading, on-the-job training, noncredit courses, online coursework, and taking advanced high school courses. If you're a student with such prior knowledge, taking a CLEP prep class can help you get ready for test day.
Every CLEP course session can be planned to specifically meet your studying and learning needs. When taking your CLEP prep course, a tutor can gauge your proficiency on the pertinent subjects and develop the right study plan. With this baseline, a tutor can ascertain which subjects you need more assistance in. Maybe you have less confidence in your skills in Biology and Chemistry, so CLEP classes can help you in those areas. A tutor can be flexible in the way they teach you during these CLEP prep courses.
CLEP exams test students on material that covers five different topics like composition and literature, world languages, history and social sciences, science and mathematics, and business. The listing below details the five topics and the course material covered in the exam:
CLEP Exams:
- Composition and Literature
- American Literature
- Analyzing and Interpreting Literature
- College Composition
- College Composition Modular
- English Literature
- Humanities
- World Languages
- French Language: Levels 1 and 2
- German Language: Levels 1 and 2
- Spanish Language: Levels 1 and 2
- History and Social Sciences
- American Government
- History of the United States I
- History of the United States II
- Human Growth and Development
- Introduction to Educational Psychology
- Introductory Psychology
- Introductory Sociology
- Principles of Macroeconomics
- Principles of Microeconomics
- Social Sciences and History
- Western Civilization I: Ancient Near East to 1648
- Western Civilization II: 1648 to the Present
- Science and Mathematics
- Biology
- Calculus
- Chemistry
- College Algebra
- College Mathematics
- Natural Sciences
- Precalculus
- Business
- Financial Accounting
- Information Systems
- Introductory Business Law
- Principles of Management
- Principles of Marketing
Your raw score and scaled score are both important factors in getting to your total score. The number of questions you answer correctly is your raw score. That raw score is then converted into a scaled score. When you see your score report, that is the scaled score. During your CLEP prep classes, your tutor can give you more details on how the scoring system works.
It is important to understand how this scoring system works. However, you should focus most of your attention with your tutor throughout the CLEP courses to develop your study skills. Increasing your confidence level through improved study can be an important factor in feeling more prepared for taking these various CLEP exams. Your personal tutor can schedule tutoring sessions to fit into your busy life.
Scores for CLEP exams are kept on file for twenty years. Your CLEP course tutor can provide you with more information on what your score means as shown in the list below.
What your score means:
- Your "raw score" is the number of questions you answered correctly.
- Your raw score increases by one point for each question answered correctly.
- Your raw score is then converted into a "scaled score"
- that ranges from 20, the lowest, to 80, the highest. This scaled score is the score that appears on your score report.
- The scores that appear in the table shown are the credit-granting scores recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE).
- Each college, however, can set its own credit-granting policy, which may differ from that of ACE
- Scores are kept on file for 20 years
Our CLEP class can better prepare you to have more confidence to take the exams. Our CLEP courses give you the opportunity to experience customized tutoring from a private tutor dedicated to helping you improve your study skills. If you would like to find out more information on how to get started, please contact Varsity Tutors today.
Robert: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...growing up. I graduated from UCLA two years ago, and my younger brothers are currently in high school and middle school. As the oldest sibling, it was very rewarding for me to have the opportunity to provide mentorship and academic support to my brothers. As a tutor at Varsity Tutors, I strive to provide this same level of support to every one of my students. Math has always been my strongest subject, and I enjoy...
Education & Certification
- University of California - Los Angeles - Bachelors, Business Economics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- ACT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT Math
- +34 subjects
Molly: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...B.A. in Psychology and minor in Marketing. I have always excelled in math and science courses, and in college, I tutored students in statistics and was a Teaching Assistant for Intro to Cognitive Science. I've also had many years of experience helping kids from elementary school to high school with their homework. When tutoring, I am to teach and guide students through problem-solving, without hand-holding. I'm very excited to be tutoring for Varsity Tutors!
Education & Certification
- Case Western Reserve University - Bachelor in Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- +47 subjects
Marianna: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...preparation for advanced placement and regents examinations) as well as preparation for the SAT and ACT. I find tutoring to be a very rewarding experience not just for myself but for my students- especially when I see the "light bulb" go off in someone's head and a concept that has been giving difficulties is finally understood! My teaching approach is very flexible and catered to the individual that I am working with because I believe...
Education & Certification
- CUNY Brooklyn College - Current Undergrad Student, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- GED
- SAT
- PSAT
- +65 subjects
Jason: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...particularly enjoying my work with ESL students and students with disabilities. I am especially passionate about foreign languages, the humanities, and social sciences. I received four consecutive gold medals on the National Latin Exam when I was in high school, so I am eager to help students who are struggling with the subject. I also specialize in the areas of English-language writing, grammar, and reading comprehension. I have wanted to be a teacher from a...
Education & Certification
- Vassar College - Bachelors, Drama (education minor)
- CUNY Graduate School and University Center - Masters, Linguistics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- ISEE
- SAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- +90 subjects
Elisheva: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...Administration in Management. I am also currently enrolled in a coding bootcamp. I think coding is an incredibly challenging as well as rewarding occupation. As a lifelong learner, I love to help others understand a topic they are struggling with. I feel that the tutor gains as much as the student from the experience. As a tutor, I believe that students will enjoy learning if they understand the material rather than memorize it, so I...
Education & Certification
- Adelphi University - Bachelor in Business Administration, Business Administration and Management
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- SAT
- ISEE
- SSAT
- +60 subjects
Jared: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...students prepare for standardized exams for undergraduate and graduate school admission. In addition to my private tutoring activities, I was also a TA to an introductory science course at Cornell. In this position, I lectured weekly to a section of 15 undergraduate students and learned how to engage students in course material. In my free time, I enjoy cooking new recipes, competitive swimming, and tennis. Please feel free to reach out; I look forward to...
Education & Certification
- Cornell University - Bachelors, Biological Sciences
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- SAT Subject Tests
- REGENTS
- ACT
- +157 subjects
Katharine: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...to progress to the 7th grade and is now in high school. In the past three years, I have become more specialized in tutoring for science standard exams and frequently tutor in AP Biology, AP Chemistry, SAT II Biology, and SAT II Chemistry. However, I also have students that I tutor in all subjects ranging from all ages ranging from middle school to college. I feel my students succeed when they are motivated, organized, and...
Education & Certification
- University of Connecticut - Bachelors, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- PSAT
- SAT
- Advanced Placement
- +97 subjects
Rebekah: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...helping students develop essential skills such as executive functioning, study techniques, and time management. My background in psychology allows me to understand each student's unique learning needs, enabling me to provide tailored support that fosters growth and confidence. I am dedicated to creating a positive, supportive environment where students can build the skills they need to succeed both academically and personally. Through personalized instruction, I aim to guide students toward long-term success.
Education & Certification
- Swarthmore College - Bachelor, Psychology & Linguistics
- Pace University - Master's/Graduate, School Psychology
- Pace University - Doctorate (PhD), Psychology
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- PSAT
- SAT
- ACT
- +101 subjects
Victoria: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...of Science in Health Science. My journey into education began through mentoring roles at a Boys and Girls Club and Peer Tutor, and serving as a Teaching Assistant during a study abroad experience in Ghana. These roles ignited my passion for teaching and solidified my commitment to helping students succeed in subjects like AP Chemistry, Biostatistics, and various college-level sciences. My teaching philosophy centers on creating a supportive learning environment where students feel empowered to...
Education & Certification
- Northeastern University - Bachelor of Science, Health Sciences, General
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- SAT
- Grade 11 Physics
- Social Sciences
- +54 subjects
Mumana: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...My educational journey has given me a deep understanding of these scientific disciplines. Aside from the sciences, I enjoy learning and tutoring math, history, English, and Spanish. With hundreds of hours of tutoring experience through Khan Academy's tutoring platform, I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of students, delivering personalized, one-on-one support. My tutoring approach is focused on making complex concepts accessible and engaging. I use various teaching methods to cater...
Education & Certification
- Rutgers University-New Brunswick - Bachelor of Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- UK GCSE
- PSAT
- ISEE
- +264 subjects
Frank: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...School, New England's premiere co-ed Catholic boarding school. While at the Abbey, I taught two sections of sophomore Humanities (a Western "great books" course stretching from St. Paul's "Letter to the Romans" and Augustine's "Confessions" to Marx's "The Communist Manifesto" and Freud's "Civilization and Its Discontents") and one section of senior English (we began with several Shakespeare plays and ended with the novels of Dickens, Joyce, and Nabokov). Both classes required a great deal of...
Education & Certification
- Williams College - Bachelors, English/History/Jewish Studies
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- SAT Subject Tests
- CLEP English Literature
- SAT Subject Test in Literature
- +52 subjects
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- PSAT
- GED
- ACT
- +120 subjects
Caroline: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
Hi! I'm Caroline, a senior at Fordham University. I love interacting with students and explaining new concepts to them! My special interest lies in the liberal arts, but I can also offer test prep and grade-level tutoring in various subjects!
Education & Certification
- Fordham University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- PSAT
- SAT Subject Tests
- SAT
- +108 subjects
Brandon: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...thinking and open up these skills as a foundation for autonomy and creativity. High school, college, and adult learners are my people! I love working with these populations and finding what values drive their curiosities, education goals, and focus areas. I always strive to root learning approaches in what is most comfortable, enjoyable, and personally important to students. I don't teach concepts, I teach people, so my approaches are as unique as you are!
Education & Certification
- Salve Regina University - Bachelor in Arts, Philosophy and Religious Studies, General
- Union Theological Seminary - Master of Arts, Theology
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- Admissions
- AP US History
- Test Prep
- +38 subjects
Grayson: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...University, I have over 3 years of tutoring and teaching experience across a variety of subjects. My favorites are the humanities: Art History, English Literature, and History, and I have passed AP college bard exams for all of these subjects! My teaching philosophy centers on tailoring my approach to meet each student's unique learning style; whether that involves visual aides, goal-setting strategies, or engaging discussions. I thrive on the storytelling aspects of learning, which I...
Education & Certification
- Pace University - Bachelor's (in progress), Production Design
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- Middle School Writing
- Religion
- World Religions
- +38 subjects
Education & Certification
- government engineering College - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- UK GCSE
- UK A Level
- SAT Subject Test in Mathematics Level 1
- +38 subjects
Andromeda: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...School. Spanish is the second language I have learned when growing up. My family are Latinos so I am fluent in this language. Being the first in my family to graduate from college, I do believe that an education is absolutely necessary for an improved quality of life. I will use positive encouragement to promote confidence and step-by-step guidance in tackling a problem. I will asses the student's strength and weakness in order to give...
Education & Certification
- Barnard College - Bachelor in Arts, Chemistry
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- SAT Subject Tests
- ACT
- Other
- +54 subjects
Bessie: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...Pre-Medical Program at Columbia University. I plan on completing a Master's in Nutrition at Columbia as well, and begin medical school shortly thereafter. I have been involved in various research experiments, and find that I have a true passion for the sciences. In my personal time, I enjoy exercising regularly, hot yoga, reading, writing, personal development, traveling, and volunteering. Thank you for your time in reading this and I look forward to helping you achieve...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Premedicine
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Master of Science, Human Nutrition
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- Spanish 4
- High School Chemistry
- Elementary School Science
- +26 subjects
Aysha: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
A responsible and dedicated teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills demonstrated by four years of classroom experience. Caring and professional with a tireless commitment to student learning and overall wellbeing.
Education & Certification
- NUML PAKISTAN - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
- CUNY City College - Master of Economics, Economics
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- CLEP Principles of Microeconomics
- Science
- IB Economics
- +12 subjects
Katherine: Mount Vernon CLEP course instructor
...more, I've come to observe that helping a student strengthen their math skills often helps to build their confidence in other areas of their life. I truly believe that all students are capable of succeeding in math. It is my job to help to lower the anxiety that can be associated with an uncertain subject, and encourage practice, practice, practice. I am a graduate of The Krannert School of Business at Purdue University in Indiana...
Education & Certification
- Purdue University West Lafayette - Bachelor in Arts, Accounting
- College of St Elizabeth - Master of Arts, Education
Subject Expertise
- CLEP
- ACT
- ISEE
- HSPT
- +67 subjects