Blue Mountain Community College acknowledges that students learn in many different ways and through a variety of experiences, both in and outside of the classroom.
The following options for students to receive college credit for prior learning include:
BMCC Credit by Exam, College Board CLEP Exams, Industry Credentials to Credits, Military Credit, Apprenticeship, Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) Portfolio, and Advanced Placement (AP) Credit.
Business Challenge Exams
Agriculture Challenge Exams
Science Challenge Exams
Credit by challenge exam offers a lower cost option for earning course credit and a faster option than enrolling and completing a course.
Questions? Please contact Enrollment Services at (541) 278-5759 or by email to StudentRecords@bluecc.edu
Credits will be awarded based on the official CLEP scores received from the College-Level Examination Program of the College Board. CLEP test scores must be dated within three (3) years of the exam completion date. The BMCC course number, title, and the number of credits awarded will be based on BMCC’s approved CLEP credit chart.
Step 1: Review the CLEP Credit Chart
See which exams can be transferred to BMCC credit.
Step 2: Register for CLEP
Register online and pay the $90 exam fee to earn college credit by exam.
Please note: Effective July 1, 2024, the CLEP® exam fee will be $95. Test takers who purchase their registration tickets on or after this date will be charged the new fee. Registration tickets purchased prior to this date will still be valid until their stated expiration dates.
Print and bring your registration ticket and government issued ID to the Testing Center for your scheduled appointment.
Step 3: Schedule your Exam
Contact the Testing Center, at testingcenter@bluecc.edu or 541-278-5929, to schedule your testing appointment. You may also schedule your appointment online.
Note: CLEP testing is currently only available at our Pendleton Testing Center.
Pay your $25 proctor fee at the Enrollment Services Window (M-123) located in Morrow Hall before your test appointment.
Step 4: Send your CLEP scores to BMCC
When you register for a CLEP exam, request that a copy of your score report be sent to BMCC.
Once we have received your scores, we will review them to determine which credits you are eligible for and we will notify you by email once we have added these credits to your transcript.
Questions? Please contact Enrollment Services at (541) 278-5759 or by email to StudentRecords@bluecc.edu
There are 34 CLEP exams available at college test centers and on military bases. Credits will be awarded based on the official CLEP scores received from the College-Level Examination Program of the College Board. CLEP test scores must be dated within three (3) years of the exam completion date.
The BMCC course number, title, and the number of credits awarded will be based on BMCC’s approved CLEP credit chart. Review chart to determine which exams Blue Mountain Community College (BMCC) offers college credit for and the minimum score needed to get credit.
For more information about the CLEP exams go to https://clep.collegeboard.org/exams.
CLEP is considered “credit for prior learning (CPL)”.
Attach the required certificate shown to your application. Certificates must be earned within the last three years.
Attach one or more of the following to your application
Attach a copy of valid State of Oregon EMT license (must not be expired)
Supporting Documentation: In order to be considered for credit you must submit certificates from recognized organizations such as DPSST, IFSAC, NFPA, NFA or regional training organizations such as NAFT, WWCTA, OFIA, or MWFIA.
Attach the following with your application:
MIL: Military – Credits will be awarded based on American Council of Education guidelines for evaluation of military training. The BMCC course number, title, and number of credits awarded will be determined by Student Records and the appropriate instructional departments.
To apply for credit: Have official military (JST or SMART) transcript sent or made available to BMCC’s Student Records.
Questions? Please contact Enrollment Services at (541) 278-5759 or by email to StudentRecords@bluecc.edu
CPL: Apprenticeship
To apply for credit: Provide a copy of valid Oregon Journeyman card to BMCC’s Registrar StudentRecords@bluecc.edu
Questions? Please contact Enrollment Services at (541) 278-5759 or by email to StudentRecords@bluecc.edu
Questions? Please contact Enrollment Services at (541) 278-5759 or by email to StudentRecords@bluecc.edu
Credits will be awarded based on the scores received from Advanced Placement program of the College Board. AP test scores must be dated within three (3) years of the date the exam was completed. Scores must be sent directly to BMCC from the College Board. See BMCC’s AP Credit chart for credits offered by exam type and minimum score.
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