Credit for AP, IB, CLEP, and Cambridge Exams

Psychological Science Credit Requirements

The Department of Psychological Science credit policy for these exams is below. This policy is based on a review of exam material, course syllabi, and current policies at other colleges and universities in Virginia.

1. (3) or higher on an Advanced Placement examination

• 3 = Non-major credit (3 credits)
• 4 or 5 = PSYC 100 (3 credits)

2. (4) or higher on a Higher Level International Baccalaureate examination

•  4 or higher = PSYC 100 (3 credits)

3. (5) or higher on a Standard Level International Baccalaureate examination

• 5 or higher = PSYC 100 (3 credits)

4. (50) or higher on a CLEP examination

• 50 or higher = PSYC 100 (3 credits)

5. (C) or higher on a Cambridge Advanced examination (A/AS)

• A Level Exam, A*- E = PSYC 100 (3 credits)
• A/S Level Exam, A- B = PSYC 100 (3 credits)
• A/S Level Exam, C- E = Non-major credit (3 credits)