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Turn Your Experience Into College Credit!
You may already qualify for college credit based on your work experience, military training, certifications, exams, or other learning outside the classroom. Whether you learned on the job, through training programs, or through independent learning, we want to help you explore your options.
Choose the Application that Matches your Experience
CPL Interest Form
This form is best fit for students who have earned experience from work, military training, industry certifications, professional development learning, state/federal government training and more! To see a full list of the different types of experience that counts, please visit our Eligibility page.
Step 1 - Submit the Interest Form
Tell us about your prior learning and experience.
Step 2 - Faculty Review
Faculty will review your experience and may request:
- documentation
- certifications
- portfolios
- interviews
- demonstrations
- assessments
Step 3 - Confirm Decision
You will receive an email containing the faculty's decision and have the chance to confirm, deny, or appeal.
Step 4 - Receive Credit
If approved, credit will be added to your transcript.
AP Equivalency Form
The AP Equivalency form is best fit for students who have taken Advanced Placement exams and received a score of 3 or higher.
Step 1 - Submit the AP Equivalency Form
Submit an application with information about your AP Scores.
Step 2 - CPL Coordinator review
Coordinator will review evidence to ensure it meets qualifications.
Step 3 - Receive credit
If approved, credit will be added to your transcript.
Meet with a Counselor (Recommended)
Before submitting a form, it is recommended that you meet with a counselor to determine if CPL is the best fit for you.
A counselor can help determine:
- if CPL fits your educational plan
- how it may affect transfer
- which courses may qualify