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UExcel® for Students

Are you a student looking to earn credit for what you already know?

Any student wanting to pursue a college or university education can benefit by taking a UExcel® exam for credit. The UExcel program can help you satisfy graduation requirements while saving thousands on tuition costs. Whether you’re a traditional high school student, an adult learner, a military service member, a home-schooled student or an international student wanting to pursue higher education in the US, the UExcel program offers the same great benefits.

Why UExcel®?

College-bound students can take advantage of the great features the UExcel program offers:

  • With thousands of test centers around the world, locating a convenient test center is easy.
  • Industry-leading preparation resources help you adequately prepare for your exam.
  • Receive immediate test scores once your exam is complete.
  • By request, receive an official college transcript with test results expressed as letter grades from Excelsior College, a regionally accredited institution.
  • The American Council on Education’s College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT) has evaluated and made college credit recommendations for UExcel examinations.
UExcel brochure for students

Thousands of colleges and universities accept credit-by-examination. Contact your college of choice to ask about using UExcel examinations to receive transfer credits, waive lower-level courses, or fulfill admission requirements.

Download our brochure Adobe Acrobat required (428 KB pdf) for further information.


Ready to get a head start on your college education? Explore our Web site for more information about UExcel exams, preparation resources, and how to register for your exam today.

Last updated 2010-02-23