Academic Credit for Life & Work Experience
The vast majority of students at SoPA come with extensive professional and other experiences; in many cases, these translate into advanced standing or exemptions from certain academic requirements and coursework. Credit for prior learning can be awarded for learning outside of the classroom, including work experience, community service, and military training. Credit can also be earned through examination such as the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST), and language proficiency testing.