You can now take your CLEP exam from the comfort of your home. How? Read the article below for more details.
The College Board just announced that they will now be allowing test-takers to take their CLEP exams at home. If you've ever had issues with finding a test center or scheduling an exam, College Board's new remote option may be right for you.
Here are a few things to keep in mind before your remote test date:
About At-Home CLEP Exams
Don't think taking your CLEP exam at home will be less rigorous. There isn't much difference between a CLEP exam at a test center and your exam at home. Your at-home exam will have the same content, timing, format, and overall on-screen experience as a test center exam. You'll even have a human proctor, thanks to technology provided by Proctortrack.
CLEP and Proctortrack
Proctortrack is the company CLEP uses to verify your identity online. Not only that, Proctortrack enables your human proctor to monitor you via video while you take your exam.
To take your at-home exam, you'll need a PC (not Mac), speaker, microphone, and webcam. If you're taking notes, you'd need either a whiteboard with a dry erase marker or a sheet of paper in a transparent sheet protector. You also need a quiet, private, and secure testing environment (so bookstores or coffee shops are out). Proctortrack has additional requirements. You can read the complete list here. You must meet Proctortrack requirements to take your CLEP exam.
Who Can Take a Remote Proctored Exam?
Not everyone is eligible for an at-home CLEP exam.
First, you have to be 13 years old or older to register. Then, you must reside in the U.S. (not including territories) or be DANTES-funded.* Additionally, your computer and testing environment must meet the technical and Proctortrack requirements.
Remember, you still have the option of taking your CLEP exam at a test center if remote proctoring isn't right for you. You can search for a test center here.
Disabilities and Taking At-Home CLEP Exam
If you have a disability and are planning to take your CLEP exam at home, the College Board offers several forms of accommodation, including:
- Extended exam time
- Screen magnification
- Modifiable screen colors
- Longer rest breaks
You're also allowed food, drink, and medication with the catch that you stay in the view of the proctor. You should submit your request for accommodation two months before your exam and before you register. Until the College Board approves your request, you won't be able to complete your exam remotely with accommodation.
How to Register for Your At-Home Exam
If you prep for your exam with Achieve we'll walk you through the registration process, which happens in six steps:
- First, go to the Register for CLEP Exams page and find the exam you want to take.
- Sign in to your College Board account (or create one). Be sure that the information you use to create your account matches the information on your ID. You won't be able to take your exam unless it does.
- Choose your test center by selecting 'at home with remote proctoring.' You will be asked if you need accommodation. As mentioned previously, be sure to submit your request for accommodations two months before your exam and before you register.
- Check out. Be sure that all of the information that you submitted is correct. In addition to the CLEP exam fee, there's a $30 charge for remote proctoring. If you prep with Achieve and meet specific requirements, we'll cover your exam and proctoring fee.**
- Schedule Your Exam. Within 24 hours, you should receive an email confirmation from CLEP with a Ticket ID and a link to the Proctortrack website. You'll use your Ticket ID and create a Proctortrack account and schedule your remote-proctored exam appointment.
CLEP Exams and Refunds
If you didn't use an Achieve voucher to pay for your exam and fees, you might be eligible for a refund. The proctoring and CLEP exam fees are refundable up to a week after purchase (unless already redeemed). After one week, the College Board does not offer refunds.
At-Home CLEP with Achieve Test Prep
Prepare for your exam with Achieve Test Prep! Achieve Test Prep is a college bridge company that helps you pass CLEP exams, earn college credits and cut your time on campus in half. Our program offers online exam prep courses and 1-on-1 tutoring by seasoned instructors so you can face your at-home CLEP exam with confidence.
Here's just a sample of what you'd get if you prep with us:
- Dedicated instructor guidance. Our instructors will help you brush up on your knowledge before the test day and give you insider information on how the exams are structured.
- A robust library of study materials. With Achieve, you get practice tests and guidelines, so you'll be confident on exam day.
- Access to exam-specific questions. Get access to exam-specific questions to help you prep for CLEP.
Plus, when you prep with Achieve Test Prep for your CLEP exam, we'll walk you through the registration process. And, if you qualify, you'll get our Exam Fee Guarantee, meaning we'll cover the cost of your exam up to $120.**
Are you interested in getting started? Contact one of the advisors at Achieve Test Prep today!
* While DANTES-funded test-takers can register now for an at-home CLEP exam, they must wait until mid-May to schedule their remote proctoring exam. If you're DANTES-funded and need to take your CLEP exam before mid-May, it's best to choose a test center instead.
** Customers who maintain an 85% attendance rate and complete 85% of their coursework may be eligible for Achieve's Exam Fee Guarantee. Achieve Test Prep's Exam Fee Guarantee covers the cost of your exams plus any additional fees up to $120. Conditions are subject to change without notice. The offer is subject to approval.
