CoYC - Top 10 Money-Saving Universities

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Want the savings of CollegePlus! but need the name of a top college on your degree? College-of-your-Choice might be the answer. We've identified 10 of the top universities in the nation that accept CLEP credit. These are schools you want to get your degree from. The schools are ranked by savings, not size.

10. Penn State – One out of every 720 Americans is a Penn State graduate. This top college enrolls an average of 90,000 students and has an alumni base of over 400,000. Penn State has a progressive view on CLEP tests and accepts up to 60 college credits via CLEP. At $481 per credit hour, you can save up to $28,860.

9. Ashford University – Want to maximize your CLEP taking abilities? Ashford accepts up to 75 CLEP credits. Diverse Magazine ranks this university as one of the top 100 degree producers for African Americans. It was also ranked as one of the top military-friendly schools by Military Advantage Education Magazine in 2008. At $447 per credit hour, you can save up to $33,535.

8. University of Florida – The Gator Nation is an athletic powerhouse with 20 national team championships and 188 SEC titles. Alumni include two Nobel Peace Prize winners, three NASA astronauts, and the inventor of Gatorade. For an out-of-state student wanting to stock up on savings, this one is a heavy weight, accepting 45 credits. At $792 per credit hour, you can save up to $35,640.

7. Arizona State – Princeton Review says that this school is “academically, a rising star in the world of research.” With over 60,000 students, Arizona State is a popular college choice. Are you a football fan? This Pac-10 favorite can score you sweet deals with 60 CLEP credits. At $844 per credit hour, you can save up to $50,640.

6. New York University – This university has a diverse CLEP program. Depending on your degree, they will accept between 32 – 64 credits. With 160 degrees offered, you’re sure to find something you’re interested in. At $1,116 per credit hour, you can save up to $71,424.

5. Purdue – That’s right, Purdue accepts CLEP credits. In fact, they don’t have a limit on CLEP tests. They just ask that you take at least 32 credits directly from them. At $868 per credit hour, you can save up to $76,384.

4. George Washington University – Want to get your degree from one of the most prestigious universities in the nation? Good ol’ G.W. will accept up to 66 CLEP credits. George Washington University is one of the top schools for a business degree. At $1,175 per credit hour, you can save up $77,550.

3. Boston University – This University is the 4th-largest, non-profit school in the US and has 3 Nobel Peace Prize winners on staff. Boston accepts up to 64 CLEP credits with some stipulations. The acceptance guidelines vary but at $1,228 per credit hour, you can possibly pocket a sweet $78,598.

2. Georgetown – When in doubt, CLEP it out! This education giant accepts up to 64 CLEP credits. Many Georgetown graduates go on to influential positions in politics. At $1,609 per credit hour, you save a whopping $102,976.

1. Azusa Pacific – the top spot goes to a Christian university on the California Coast. Azusa has no limit on CLEP credit or non-traditional credit. They just require you not to take any CLEP’s during your last semester. With a cozy student body under 9,000 students, students can expect to get to know their professors personally. At $1,167 per college credit, you can save up to $120,201.

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All figures are taken from the CollegeBoard website and website of each specific university. Actual savings may vary.

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This is great information! Saves a lot of time! Thank you!

— Katrina Session Sunday, July 25, 2010 5:51 PM CDT

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