Earn College Credit Faster

Earn College Credit
by Exam for $5,000–$10,000.

World Mentoring Academy supports 180+ credit‑by‑exam courses and hundreds more challenge‑course options, helping you use CLEP, DSST, TECEP, ACE, and corporate training to finish a degree for a fraction of the cost.

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180+ Credit‑by‑Exam Courses Big‑3 Friendly (TESU, Excelsior, Charter Oak) Parents & Teens: Start in High School
Why Credit‑by‑Exam

Beginner‑friendly, advanced‑friendly, and built for real life.

Whether you’re just starting or already deep into exam prep, World Mentoring Academy gives you a clear, structured way to turn effort into affordable, recognized college credit.

Degrees for $5,000–$10,000

By combining AP, CLEP, DSST, TECEP, ACE, and corporate training, you can complete a bachelor’s degree for a fraction of traditional tuition.

Big‑3 Transfer Friendly

Thomas Edison State University, Excelsior University, and Charter Oak State College allow up to 120 transfer credits toward a bachelor’s degree.

180+ Exam‑Aligned Courses

WMA offers 180+ courses aligned with credit‑by‑exam and 600+ more that can be used to challenge courses at your university.

Teens, Adults & Parents

Exams can be taken at almost any age. High school students can graduate with an associate’s or even a bachelor’s degree already in hand.

Exam Options

Choose the exams that match your goals.

Start simple, then go deeper. Use CLEP and DSST for general education, TECEP and ECE for targeted subjects, and ACE/NCCRS and corporate training for work‑based credit.

College Board

CLEP – College Level Examination Program

Typical fee: around $90 per exam · 33+ lower‑level subjects · General education and business.

  • Composition & Literature (e.g., College Composition, Analyzing & Interpreting Literature)
  • History & Social Sciences (e.g., US History I & II, Psychology, Sociology)
  • Math & Science (e.g., College Algebra, Precalculus, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry)
  • Business (e.g., Accounting, Management, Marketing, Micro/Macroeconomics)
  • World Languages (French, German, Spanish – up to 12 credits each)
See how CLEP fits your degree →
Prometric

DSST – DANTES Subject Standardized Tests

Typical fee: around $100 per exam · Lower and upper‑level credit · Great for adults and military.

  • Humanities & Social Sciences (Anthropology, Ethics, World Religions, Counseling)
  • History & Politics (Civil War, Vietnam War, Soviet Union, Foundations of Education)
  • Math & Science (Statistics, Astronomy, Environment & Humanity)
  • Business & Technology (Finance, HR, MIS, Cybersecurity, Supervision)
Use DSST for upper‑level credit →
TESU

TECEP – Thomas Edison Credit‑by‑Exam

Cost: roughly $35–$37 per credit · 30+ exams · Directly transcripted by TESU and widely accepted.

  • English Composition I & II, Technical Writing, News Reporting
  • Microeconomics, World History, Political Science, Abnormal Psychology
  • Nutrition, Applied Math, College Algebra, Statistics
  • Accounting, Taxation, Strategic Management, Marketing & Sales
Add TECEP to finish remaining credits →
Excelsior

ECE – Excelsior College Exams

Cost: varies by exam · Lower and upper‑level credit · Strong in psychology, business, and nursing.

  • Psychology (Lifespan, Abnormal, Social, Research Methods)
  • Ethics & Philosophy, World Conflicts, Cultural Diversity
  • Math & Science (Statistics, Calculus, Earth Science, Anatomy & Physiology)
  • Business (Accounting, Management, Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations)
Use ECE for targeted upper‑level credit →
NYU

NYU Language Exams

Cost: typically $320–$420 · 12–16 credits per exam · 50+ languages available.

  • Major world languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Spanish, Hindi, Russian, etc.)
  • Less‑commonly taught languages (Yoruba, Swahili, Icelandic, Tagalog, Turkish, etc.)
  • Perfect for bilingual learners and heritage speakers.
Turn language skills into 12–16 credits →
ACE & NCCRS

ACE & Corporate Training Credit

Use work, certifications, and online courses for college credit through ACE and NCCRS recommendations.

  • Google, IBM, Meta, Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco, PMI certifications
  • McDonald’s, Walmart, Amazon, Starbucks, and other employer training
  • Sophia, Study.com, Coopersmith, Saylor, TEEX, FEMA, and more
See work‑based credit options →
Degree‑in‑a‑Year

A realistic roadmap to an affordable degree.

This is a sample path. You can move faster or slower, but the structure stays the same: general education first, then upper‑level, then capstone and remaining requirements at your chosen university.

1

Months 1–3: General Education

Use CLEP and DSST to knock out English, math, history, social science, and basic science requirements. Pair each exam with a WMA prep course (coming June) for structured study.

2

Months 4–6: Core & Major Requirements

Add DSST, TECEP, and ECE exams for business, psychology, technology, or other major‑aligned subjects. Use ACE/NCCRS courses (Sophia, Study.com, etc.) where they fit your plan.

3

Months 7–9: Upper‑Level & Specialization

Focus on upper‑level DSST, ECE, and ACE‑evaluated certificates (e.g., Google, IBM, CompTIA) to build a strong, career‑relevant concentration.

4

Months 10–12: Enroll & Finish

Enroll at TESU, Excelsior, or Charter Oak, transfer your credits, and complete any remaining capstone or residency requirements. Your exam history becomes a transcript‑ready degree.

Work & Training Credit

Turn your job, training, and certifications into college credit.

Many employers and online programs are evaluated by ACE or NCCRS, meaning your training can count as college‑equivalent credit when transferred to the right universities.

Corporate Training

McDonald’s, Walmart, Starbucks & More

Management, leadership, customer service, and operations training at major employers can carry ACE‑recommended credit.

  • McDonald’s Archways to Opportunity – shift & restaurant management
  • Walmart Academies – retail, logistics, leadership
  • Starbucks – store operations and leadership training
Tech & Career Certificates

Google, IBM, Meta, Microsoft, CompTIA, Cisco

Career certificates and IT certifications often carry 6–15 credits each when evaluated by ACE.

  • Google IT Support, Data Analytics, UX, Project Management, Cybersecurity
  • IBM SkillsBuild, Meta Front‑End/Back‑End, Microsoft Azure & Power BI
  • CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cisco CCNA and more
Online Course Providers

Sophia, Study.com, Saylor, TEEX, FEMA

Self‑paced, low‑cost courses with ACE/NCCRS recommendations that transfer to the Big‑3 and many other schools.

  • Sophia Learning – flat‑rate, general education and business courses
  • Study.com – large catalog, including upper‑level options
  • Saylor, TEEX, FEMA – targeted, often free or low‑cost credit options
Study Resources

Free and low‑cost resources to pass your exams.

Pair WMA courses with open textbooks, videos, flashcards, and practice tests. Start with one exam, build confidence, then stack your wins.

Exam‑Specific Prep

  • Official CLEP & DSST guides (College Board, Prometric)