As an institution with a commitment to working adult
learners, we frequently encounter students that have obtained relevant
experience and credits from previous educational institutions they’ve attended.
Knowing the importance of this real-world experience, we encourage students to
leverage the many different ways this could translate into college credits they
can apply at Peirce.
One of the most common ways students can do this is by
taking the College
Level Examination Program (CLEP). CLEP allows students who have previously
completed coursework or gained knowledge and experience through related
non-traditional education to demonstrate that knowledge and apply it towards
college credits. Whether the knowledge was gained through independent study,
job training, internships, professional development or other methods, CLEP
offers exams in a variety of subjects that can translate into valuable credits.
Another common way to earn credits at Peirce College is by transferring
from a community college. Peirce has articulation agreements with almost
every community college in the Philadelphia region, including South Jersey, and
select colleges in Delaware. For students coming to Peirce from one of these
colleges, the transfer process is seamless and if you’ve already received your
associate’s degree, you’re about 60 credits away from obtaining your bachelor’s
degree.
For students transferring from a college without a Peirce
articulation agreement, there’s still opportunity to apply those
credits by working with a Peirce admissions representative to have your
credits evaluated.
As a college with a long history of supporting military
students, Peirce is proud to work with each individual student to help them
obtain credits for knowledge and experience gained by serving. Students are
encouraged to take the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Educational Support
(DANTES) exam to determine their eligibility. Find out more by contacting Peirce’s dedicated military
enrollment representative, Karen Hun.
If you feel you have prior knowledge and experience that
could be applied for Peirce course credit, don’t hesitate to reach out to
admissions for a full evaluation. From AP exams to working adults who have
received on-the-job training and even internships, find out how you can get a
step ahead in your education. You could be closer to obtaining your degree than
you realize!
Contact an enrollment representative today at 888.467.3472,
extension 9214, or email info@peirce.edu.
