Advanced Placement Credit
AP, IB, CLEP, and A Level Examinations
Students can
receive credit through Advanced Placement (AP), International
Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program, College-Level Examination Program
(CLEP), and International A Level examinations. Strong scores may allow
for a course waiver or course credit.
Advanced Placement (AP) Examinations
High school students can receive credit through AP examinations. Scores should be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the testing agency. View AP score equivalencies PDF* (opens in new window)
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program
High school students can receive credit through IB Diploma Program. Scores should be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the testing agency. View IB score equivalencies PDF* (opens in new window)
College-Level Examination Program (CLEP)
Individuals who have completed CLEP examinations must submit an official CLEP exam report for all exams taken prior to enrollment at Michigan State. Scores must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the testing agency. No credit will be awarded for CLEP examinations taken after the student's first enrollment at Michigan State University. Credit earned through CLEP will be awarded in chronological order along with other credit-granting examination programs (AP, IB, etc.) and/or course work completed at recognized postsecondary institutions. Credit awarded may not exceed 60 total semester hours. View CLEP score equivalencies PDF* (opens in new window)
International A Level Examinations
Students can receive credit through the International A Level examinations. Scores must be sent directly to the Office of Admissions from the testing agency. View International A Level score equivalencies PDF* (opens in new window)
More about Transferring Credit: TransferMSU Credit Equivalency System