Prior Learning Assessment
You’ve Already Done the Learning.
Get Credit for It.
ACPL: Academic Credit for Prior Learning.
Turn your work, training, military service, and life experience into college credit and move faster toward your degree.
ACPL is Designed for Learners Who Are:
- Returning to finish a degree
- Working while going to school
- Changing careers
- Bringing prior training or certifications
- Military or veteran students
Why Adult Learners Choose ACPL
- Save Time
Skip content you already know
- Save Money
Reduce tuition costs
- Finish Faster
Move more quickly toward your degree
- Build on Experience Earn College Credit for What You Already Know
Turn real-world knowledge into progress.
Explore more to see if Academic Credit for Prior Learning (ACPL) is for you!
Questions? Contact Hayley Beckman at PriorLearning@cwu.edu
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