Earning College Credit by Examination

College Level Examination Program: 34 examinations are offered to persons who wish to earn college credit by demonstrating that they possess knowledge equivalent to that acquired in the college courses. The College Level Examination Program offers computer-based testing. SUNYIT is a “limited” testing facility. SUNYIT awards appropriate college credit for each examination. Questions regarding CLEP should be directed to the Learning Center.

Excelsior College Examinations (formerly Regents College) offers 31 examinations by which individuals can demonstrate competency.

DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST): Examinations that provide the opportunity to demonstrate learning acquired outside the traditional classroom. 37 Test Titles are available covering a broad range of  college curricula.

Individuals interested in learning more about DANTES and Excelsior services should contact the Registrar’s Office.