DeVry Proficiency Examinations

Students who feel course material has been mastered, either through courses taken at another school for which transfer credit cannot be given or through self-study, may request a Proficiency examination. To schedule a DeVry Proficiency test call Anne-Marie Pierce, Testing Center Administrator, at 703-414-4026.

• Proficiency examinations must be taken prior to the end of the course drop period. 
  
• A score of 80% or better on a proficiency test is a passing score.
  
• Transfer or proficiency credit that satisfies graduation requirements is considered when determining a student's academic level and progress.
  
• The proficiency credit satisfies graduation requirements and does not affect your grade point average.
  
• Proficiency credit is not granted for senior projects/capstone courses.
  
• Tests are available only for the courses deemed as appropriate by the applicable Academic Dean.
  
• Proficiency Exams cost $5:00 per credit hour. Payment is made prior to testing at the Finance office. Tester brings the receipt to the Testing Center.
  
• Comp100 Proficiency Exams are free.
  
• Nationally recognized tests (e.g., AP, CLEP, and DSST) may also be recognized for proficiency credit.
  
• DeVry University does not grant credit for life experience.