🎓 Education

College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)

Test-out of introductory college courses at no cost to eligible members.

Official sourceDANTES (Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support)
Official website
Last verified 2026-07-13·Effective Ongoing

What it is

DANTES funds CLEP exam fees for eligible service members and, in some cases, spouses and civilian employees. Earn college credit by exam in 30+ subjects.

Who qualifies

  • Active-duty, Reserve/Guard on Title 10 orders, and other eligible groups per DANTES policy.

How to apply

  1. 1Register for a CLEP exam through the DANTES-funded process at a test center or online proctored.
  2. 2Report your score to your school.
Apply on the official website

Frequently asked questions

Do all colleges accept CLEP?
Most regionally accredited schools do; policies vary by institution and program.