In addition to credit earned by successfully completing courses through Vincennes University, students may be awarded credit for other education and experience.  Other credit generating options include:

Transfer Credit
Students may receive transfer credit for courses successfully completed at another post secondary institution.  Students should request that an official transcript be sent to the Registrar's Office for evaluation.

Credit for Military Experience
Military experience and training may be evaluated for college credit in accordance with ACE (American Council of Education) recommendations. Students should request that official copies of thier military transcripts be forwarded to the Military Education Program Office .

Credit by Examination
Students must first enroll in a course and pay the standard tuition and fees. Arrangements for the examination are made through program staff. 1-812-888-5746 or 1-800-880-7961.

College Level Examination Award Program (CLEP)
Vincennes University will award credit for satisfactory scores on CLEP General Examinations and Subject Examinations. Vincennes University is an approved CLEP testing center. For more information contact the Assessment Center at 812-888-5404.

Dantes Subject Standardized Tests (DSST)
Vincennes University accepts credits earned when students successfully complete DANTES examinations. VU serves as a test center for DANTES testing. Contact the Assessment Center at 812-888-5404 for more information.

Life Experience Credit
Vincennes University offers students opportunities to earn college credits for previous work experience, training, reading and general life experiences. Earning this credit is made possible through developing a written portfolio through enrollment in ENGL 125 Portfolio Development. A brochure is available by calling 1-812-888-5329.

Credit for Certification or Training
Vincennes University will evaluate for college credit certification and training programs approved by labor unions, government agencies, professional and voluntary organizations, and health care institutions. Training programs that have been evaluated by the American Council on Education will also be considered for credit when a student submits appropriate documentation.