Prior Learning Credit

​​​Get Credit for What You Already Know

 

For more information, attend one of our upcoming Prior Learning Briefings at a CMU location near you; or sign up for the new series of Webinars titled, Prior Learning 101, being held monthly.

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Prior Learning Webinars

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Prior Learning credits represent a substantial savings in time and money, as the credits you earn are at a rate well below current tuition costs for coursework, and you pay​ for only for the number of credits you actually use toward your degree. Prior Learning credits can also reduce the time involved in earning your degree; the more Prior Learning credits you earn, the fewer courses you need to take to complete your degree.

CR Is Prior Learning For You.pdf Take the quiz and see if prior learning works for you. 

The pages linked to the questions below provide additional information about Prior Learning credit. For more thorough coverage of each topic, read the Prior Learning Student Handbook.

• ​​What is Prior Learning credit?​
• How do I know if I qualify for Prior Learning credit?​
• What kinds of learning can I get credit for?
• How many credits can I earn for Prior Learning?
• ​When should I apply for Prior Learning credit?
  
• What's involved in preparing a Prior Learning portfolio, and how long will it take? 
• How do I submit my portfolio for review, and how much will it cost?
• How will my portfolio be evaluated, and how long will it take?
• How will I be notified of my award?
• How are Prior Learning credits applied toward my degree, and how much will they cost?
• If I'm not satisfied with the number or level of credits awarded to me, can I appeal?
• Where can I learn more about Prior Learning credit?​

• Prior ​Learning Student Handbook
• Worksheets, Charts, Fillable Forms, and Student Samples

• CMU Life Article: Prior Learning Program aims to help students graduate early