2023-2024 College Catalog

Credit for Prior Learning

Rock Valley College defines Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) as learning obtained outside of the traditional college classroom. All potential students, from high school to returning adult, may benefit from Credit for Prior Learning. Credit for Prior Learning can provide you with the opportunity to receive credit for these past learning experiences, save money on tuition, and accelerate the completion of your educational goals.

Credit may be earned through several methods, including credit through exams, military experience, work experience, and skills-validation. Some such methods include AP, CLEP, Dantes/DSST, International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, IL State Seal of Biliteracy, and other licenses.

For more information, please visit: RockValleyCollege.edu/CPL.