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Mar 03, 2026
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2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Nontraditional Credit Options
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Davenport University offers several pathways for students to earn credit for previously acquired college-level learning. Credit may be awarded through both internal and external options. Internally, we offer competency exams and assessments for prior learning, and/or professional experience. Externally, we offer credit through national examinations, military training, corporate/non-collegiate training, and industry certifications. Students are encouraged to work with an Advisor or the Registrar’s Office for guidance.
Internal Non-Traditional Credit Options
Credit earned from Internal Options counts towards university Residency.
Competency Examinations
Students may complete standardized competency exams to demonstrate proficiency in select subjects. More details here.
Policies:
- Exams may be taken only once per course.
- Not available if the student previously earned a failing grade in the course.
- Successful completion awards direct course credit and counts toward residency.
- Students must consult their advisor for scheduling and requirements.
Available Exams:
| DU Course Name |
Test Name |
Length of Test |
Minimum Score |
| ENGL 109 |
English/Reading Applications / Composition |
3 hours |
At least 285 out of 300 in both reading and writing exams |
| HLTH 110 |
Medical Terminology |
1.5 hours |
At least 80 out of 100 points |
| HLTH 220 |
Pharmacology |
3 hours |
At least 160 out of 200 points |
| MATH 030 |
Elementary Algebra |
1.5 hours |
At least 85 out of 100 points |
| MATH 120 |
College Mathematics |
1.5 hours |
At least 85 out of 100 points |
| MATH 135 |
College Algebra |
1.5 hours |
At least 85 out of 100 points |
| MATH 150 |
Pre-Calculus |
1.5 hours |
At least 85 out of 100 points |
| STAT 219 |
Intro to Biostatistics / Intro to Statistics |
2 hours |
At least 85 out of 100 points |
| STAT 220 |
Intro to Biostatistics / Intro to Statistics |
2 hours |
At least 85 out of 100 points |
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
Consideration for academic credit will be given to learning gained through career and personal experience in job-related activities and community participation, or from training at specialized schools or testing programs. Students’ prior experience will first be reviewed by a subject matter expert (SME), and if the SME feels the experience adequately aligns with the course learning outcomes of the requested course(s), the student will then demonstrate their knowledge by completing an assessment.
Key Policies:
Summary of the PLA Process:
- Submit resume + certifications to the Assessment Portfolio Project Manager.
- Undergo evaluation to determine eligible courses.
- Complete the PLA assessment within the given timeline.
- Faculty evaluate using a common rubric.
- Credit is processed through the Registrar.
To Begin the PLA Process:
Students email resume & training/certifications to:
Mary Pereira, Assessment Portfolio Project Manager
mpereira@davenport.edu
External Non-Traditional Options
Credit recorded as Transfer Credit and does not count towards university Residency.
College of Arts and Sciences Certifications
College of Business Certifications
College of Technology Certifications
College of Health Professions Certifications
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