But there's no time like the present to get started. Those years are going to fly by anyway and you must decide if you want a degree at the end of that time or not. Many colleges have policies that are designed to grant credit for knowledge gained outside the classroom. Some of these methods are through approved standardized exams or credit for prior leaning. These tests are usually administered at a college near you and an academic counselor can give you more information on them and dates that they are administered.
Some colleges grant credit for prior learning or work experience.
This process usually involves assembling a portfolio of materials which demonstrates that you already have learned the abstract or intellectual principles taught in a particular course. Assumption College's Center for Continuing and Professional Education recognizes that learning takes place in a variety of settings that include, but are not limited to, the classroom, and offers a Credit for Prior Learning program. Our academic counselor will explain these methods and which ones are appropriate for you. If you have been accepted into a college, you have probably met with an academic counselor. If not, make an appointment as soon as possible.