先前学习评估
UTC媒体
Prior learning assessments (PLA) are credits 学生 earn for college-level learning gained outside of the traditional classroom setting.
PLA credit may include competency examinations, employer training programs, military service and other learning experiences. PLA credit is only awarded for college-level learning.
学生 may earn up to 60 total semester hours of PLA credit, including up to 24 semester credit hours of portfolio credit. PLA credit may satisfy general education, major or minor requirements, or be granted as elective credit.
Types of Prior Learning Credit
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Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit
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College Level Examination Program (CLEP) Credit
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DSST Credit by Examination (formerly DANTES)
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International Baccalaureate (IB) Exam Credit
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GCE International AS and A Level Exam Credit
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全州双学分 Challenge Exam Credit
- Evidence of acquired college-level learning must be provided by the student; evidence may include certificates, training program information and other materials developed under the guidance of a faculty member or advisor.
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投资组合的信用
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UTC Credit by Special Examination
- These challenge exams are administered in the relevant academic department and must be arranged by the student; the student must pay fees for any credit awarded.
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兵役学分
- 学生 may be awarded up to 60 hours of PLA credit for Military Service. Military Service courses and/or experiences are evaluated and equated following the American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations. Office of the University 注册商 personnel evaluate the Military Service work with the support of ACE guidelines and the appropriate academic department. Credit not equated by ACE may be awarded departmental elective credit or Military Service Elective credit as appropriate. 学生 should submit their Joint Services Transcript (JST) for evaluation.
The process for awarding credit will vary with the type of PLA credit the student is seeking.
Official score reports or transcripts must be sent from the testing agency or institution directly to the 招生办公室 在UTC，麦考利大街615号., Chattanooga, TN 37403, Dept 5105.