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AP scores of 3, 4, and 5 are commonly acceptable as the equivalent of college-level course work.

Graduation is not permitted if the student has missing grades or if the best recorded grade for a required course is F, or the designator I, U or W. Transfer and proficiency credit fulfill graduation requirements. Requirements include – but are not limited to – ensuring that transcripts for transfer credit have been received by the University and resolving Incompletes and other outstanding grade issues.

Transfer and/or proficiency credits that satisfy graduation requirements are considered when determining a student’s academic level and progress; however, these credits are not used when computing GPAs. Neither transfer nor proficiency credit is granted for the following, which must be completed at DeVry: COLL148, Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving LAS432, Technology, Society, and Culture Senior project courses Internship courses Courses with the CARD designator Prior learning credit does not satisfy DeVry’s residency requirement. Prior learning credit maximums are also subject to DeVry’s residency requirement for the chosen program; state- specific requirements may apply (visit the General Graduation Requirements – All Students section). Acceptance of transfer courses and award of transfer credit neither imply nor ensure that all transfer credit will fully apply to students’ chosen programs. Transferability of credit may be limited by programmatic accreditation and/or state requirements. Students wishing to apply transfer credit for a Keller course must meet requirements in the Keller Graduate School of Management academic catalog.

o Exemptions are applied for courses within the block of transfer credit awarded to eligible students (visit the Grading Philosophy section). Customized Block Credit Transfer: Applicants whose associate degree programs do not qualify them for the standardized block credit transfer may be eligible for customized block credit transfer toward DeVry’s bachelor’s degree program in Technical Management. An applicant whose associate-degree-granting institution does not participate in Transfer Advantage60 (TA60) may be eligible for block credit based on an individual evaluation.

Credit by Examination Students may earn proficiency credit for a course by successfully completing one of the following: DeVry University Challenge Exam: Students may wish to attempt a challenge exam if they feel course material has been mastered, either through coursework completed outside DeVry for which transfer credit cannot be given or through self-study. Students who have never been enrolled in the course at DeVry and have not previously attempted the challenge exam may request a challenge exam by contacting a student support advisor. Students can receive proficiency credit for a course when they score 80 percent or higher on a challenge exam. Proficiency credit is not included in grade point averages. Note: Challenge exams are not available for all courses. External Standardized Exam: Students may qualify to receive proficiency credit for a course by successfully completing a nationally recognized exam such as: o Advanced Placement (AP) test o College Level Examination Program (CLEP) test

Military coursework and educational experiences are evaluated based on American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations, which may indicate that military coursework and educational experiences qualify for either transfer credit or proficiency credit.

An applicant seeking to transfer credit from another institution must request a credit evaluation prior to beginning the first class at DeVry and must provide an official transcript from the institution where the credit was earned. Transfer credit maximums are also subject to DeVry’s residency requirement for the chosen program (visit the General Graduation Requirements – All Students section). Additionally, DeVry admissions advisors/representatives and student support advisors are available to assist students with transfer credit evaluation requests.

Credit for Prior Learning Life experience equals knowledge. College credit equals opportunity. Credit for Prior Learning Inquiry Form Your life experience is valuable. Now you can apply that know-how towards earning your certificate or college degree on campus or online. With Credit for Prior Learning (CPL), we can potentially reward the knowledge you've gained over the years by translating those learning experiences into college-level coursework. Save money and complete your degree faster by demonstrating what you already know through workplace experience and training, military service, professional certifications, or volunteer service! To explore whether you might qualify for credit for prior learning, contact Student Records. Please click here for AP exam credit information. Do you have outside training or work skills equivalent to one of our courses? Taking an HCC Challenge Exam can reduce your courseload. A few things to know about Challenge Exams: Credits earned through Challenge Exams are not transferrable to other institutions. Exams are computer-based and have a time limit. The cost for an exam is $35 (Payment is made in advance at the Student Accounts office. Please check their hours) Exams are administered through the Testing Center in the Kittredge Center for Business and Workforce Development. To register for an exam, please fill out the appropriate form: Visit our Testing Center page for descriptions of the courses that may be substituted by passing a Challenge Exam. PLEASE NOTE: Effective July 1, 2018, the new CLEP exam fee will be $87. The current $85 fee will still apply to all exams purchased through June 30, 2018. CLEP testing will continue to be free for eligible military service members, spouses, and civilian employees (eligibility details). CLEP (the College-Level Examination Program®) was created to help individuals with prior knowledge in a college course subject earn their degree efficiently and inexpensively. That prior learning could have taken place through advanced high school courses, independent reading and study, online courseware or textbooks, noncredit courses, or on-the-job training. CLEP offers 33 exams that cover intro-level college course material. These computer-based exams are offered at the HCC Testing & Workforce Certification Center. By earning a satisfactory score, you earn the same amount of credit as a student who has successfully completed the same course through a college or university. For Holyoke Community College Students: HCC provides credit for successful scores on 30 CLEP exams. Please contact us for information on available exams. You will find exam descriptions, sample questions, and study guides here. View the HCC CLEP Course Equivalency Chart. For Non-Holyoke Community College Students: Please consult your institution's Advising Center and/or Registrar's Office for required passing scores and credits awarded. You will find exam descriptions, sample questions and study guides here. View CLEP 20178-2018 Credit-Granting Recommendations.

DeVry offers qualifying associate degree holders the opportunity to transfer a 60-credit-hour block toward a DeVry bachelor’s degree program through its Transfer Advantage60 Pledge, which provides the following transfer credit options: Standardized Block Credit Transfer for Eligible AA and AS Graduates: Applicants who meet all the following requirements are eligible to transfer credits earned in the associate degree program to DeVry bachelor’s degree program in Accounting, Business

A PR designator indicates proficiency credit awarded for various types of prior learning for which transfer credit (T) or portfolio assessment credit (PLA) is not awarded, including: Military coursework and training Professional certifications and training External standardized exams DeVry-administered challenge exams

Designator of T – Transfer Credit A T designator is awarded for applicable prior college credit.

DeVry Helps Address Transfer Credit Challenge with Seamless Pathway for Community College Students Naperville, Ill. - Aug. 1, 2022 - A student’s decision to transfer from one school to another is one filled with both anticipation about pursuing their education and frustration with the credit transfer process. According to the latest report from U.S. Government Accountability Office1, transfer students lose, on average, 43 percent of their credits, costing them more time and money to complete their post-secondary education. According to John Mullane, president of College Transfer Solutions, “The largest barrier to a transfer student completing a bachelor’s degree is losing credits when transferring {sic}, the more credits they lose, the less likely they are to be able to complete their degree2” To facilitate a more seamless transfer process, DeVry University is announcing its Transfer Advantage60 Pledge, which will help community college graduates in transferring their credits and continue their education. Specifically, the pledge with our partner community colleges will allow DeVry to block transfer the 60 credit hours community college graduates earned from their qualifying associates degree that will enable them to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Technical Management. Students may be able to transfer up to a total of 90 credits from all earned credits pending a transcript evaluation.

Credit hour differences may benefit students with qualifying transfer credit.

Request info 1At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur, and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.

2At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.

1At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.

4At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.

How students can maximize their transfer credits By: John Mullane, President, College Transfer Solutions, sponsored by DegreeSight Whether you are currently attending college and looking to transfer to a new school or a former college student looking to return and complete a degree, one of the most important questions to ask before enrolling in a new school is, “How many of my credits will transfer and apply to my degree?” While the cost of college is always a concern, that final cost ultimately depends on how many credits will successfully transfer and how long it will then take to complete a bachelor’s degree. This will take some extra effort, but in the end it can save you lots of time and money and make a bachelor’s degree more affordable and accessible. John Mullane, College Transfer Solutions

TCC and Gateway students who enroll in one of HCC's associate degree programs may be eligible to receive credit as follows: GTWY 108 transfers as SOC 110 GTWY 141 transfers as ENG 095* GTWY 166 transfers as LAX 110 GTWY 167 transfers as PSY 110 GTWY 170 transfers as FRS 100 GTWY 171 transfers as MTH 011 GTWY 172 transfers as MTH 012 GTWY 173 transfers as MTH 013 GTWY 174 transfers as MTH 014 GTWY 175 transfers as HTH 101 GTWY 176 transfers as SOC 130 GTWY 177 transfers as SOC 150 Notes: TCC/Gateway courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C- or better Credit for ENG 095 depends on the assessment of a writing portfolio by the HCC English Department For more information, please contact Marie Troppe (TCC), Vivian Ostrowski (Gateway), or Xen Shabazz (Credit for Prior Learning).

DeVry University offers currently enrolled students the opportunity to earn college credit for prior learning through portfolio assessment.

Prior Learning Credit Upon the University’s evaluation, students with qualifying prior learning may receive credit toward graduation. As appropriate, the University awards credit for: Previous college coursework Military coursework and training experience Portfolio Assessment Professional certifications and training Examinations Additionally, to facilitate ease of transferring credits among institutions, the University maintains articulation agreements with many DeVry-recognized two- and four-year colleges and universities, as well as with entities such as the military. Applicable course equivalencies resulting from these agreements are reflected on students’ transfer credit evaluations. 374

Prior Learning Credit – Veterans Evaluation of previous postsecondary education and training is mandatory for VA beneficiaries. DeVry grants appropriate prior learning (transfer) credit, reduces program length proportionately, notifies students and Veterans Affairs in writing of this decision, and adjusts invoicing to the VA accordingly for students using veterans benefits and approved for prior learning credit as a result of this evaluation. DeVry maintains a written record of previous undergraduate and graduate education completed by veterans and all persons eligible for veterans benefits. A copy of official transcripts used to evaluate transfer credit is maintained in each student’s permanent record. This record, required for transfer-credit review, clearly indicates when appropriate transfer credit has been given. A veteran enrolled in a DeVry University course for which credit has already been earned at a University-recognized institution cannot include that course in the total hours reported to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of prior credit eligible for transfer. If credit is received for a course of enrollment after the student has begun attendance in that course, the University must reverse the previously certified hours, and VA benefits cannot be applied to the charges associated with this course. If the registrar grants reversal of previously applied prior training credits, the University still cannot report those hours to the Department of Veterans Affairs for benefit payment, and the repeated course(s) will need to be funded by an alternative source.

Prior learning credits Learning isn’t confined to the classroom - experiences like job training, military service, volunteer work, and professional certifications may qualify for course credit. Learn more

Up to 90 credit hours may transfer, depending on your program.2 Accelerate your completion time: Bringing transfer credits with you can help you reach graduation sooner. In some cases, eligible transfer credits may fulfill up to 75% of your program’s requirements.2 Unlock savings: See if you qualify for up to $7,000+ in tuition support with our Future-Ready Transfer Scholarship.3 Request info

At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied.

Transfer credit guides DeVry’s transfer guides and established agreements with community colleges, independent 2-year institutions, technical schools, schools outside the United States, and other entities enable you to identify which college credits you’ve earned that may transfer into a DeVry program, helping you save money and graduate sooner. We offer degree programs online and in the states listed below.1 To find information on credits that may transfer to DeVry from online organizations or from schools in your state or country, select a location below or contact a DeVry University admissions representative. 1Program and course availability vary by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program. Request Info Apply Now Call Classes start on October 26, 2026 Authorized to operate as a postsecondary educational institution by the Illinois Board of Higher Education. Certified to operate by SCHEV. Manhattan location operates as DeVry College of New York. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. © DeVry Educational Development Corp. All rights reserved. Lisle Campus: 4225 Naperville Rd #400, Lisle, IL 60532, USA

Transfer credits and prior learning You’ve earned it. Learn how your qualifying transfer credits and prior learning experience may help you get further, faster. Learn more about transfer credits and prior learning