College classes aren’t the only way to obtain college credit. Certain exams and work experience may provide additional credit toward your academic program at Waubonsee. Work with your Waubonsee counselor to determine what credit you may have already earned.
Credits earned at other colleges or universities
Students who have attended and earned credit at previous colleges or universities would follow the same enrollment process as new students and would arrange to have official transcripts sent to Registration and Records to be evaluated for transfer credit.
Armed Forces experience
Veterans may be granted up to four (4) semester hours for physical educational activity courses and/or personal wellness. Application forms for armed forces credit are available at Academic and Career Advising.
College Level Examination Program (CLEP®)
Students should arrange to have their CLEP® exam records sent to Waubonsee. The CLEP® Course Equivalency Guide outlines the credits awarded based on Exam Title and corresponding score.
A transaction fee of $10 is charged, and you must visit Registration and Records at one of our four campuses to request that credit be posted.
Students should arrange to have their Advanced Placement® exam records sent to Waubonsee. The AP® Course Equivalency Guide outlines the credits awarded based on Exam Title and corresponding score.
A transaction fee of $10 is charged, and you must visit Registration and Records at one of our four campuses to request that credit be posted.
International Baccalaureate (IB) credit
Students should arrange to have their International Baccalaureate transcript sent to Waubonsee. The IB Course Equivalency Guide outlines the credits awarded based on the IB subject and corresponding score.
A transaction fee of $10 is charged, and you must visit Registration and Records at one of our four campuses to request that credit be posted.
VALEES articulated credit
Area high school students who complete certain technical or career training courses may be eligible for credit and/or advanced placement at Waubonsee through an agreement with the Valley Education for Employment System (VALEES). The VALEES website includes a complete list of eligible courses and their Waubonsee equivalents.
Students should consult their high school counselor or a Waubonsee counselor to get the proper paperwork. They'll also need to submit an official high school transcript, and a transaction fee of $10 is charged. For other rules and details, see the "Career Connections" section of the college catalog.
Proficiency credit
Credit may be awarded based on college standardized exams, professional training, and industry certification or licensure. A transaction fee of $10 is charged.
State Seal of Biliteracy
The State Seal of Biliteracy (SSB) is a high school program that recognizes students who have attained an advanced level of proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading one or more languages in addition to English. Read more information about the State Seal of Biliteracy.
A transaction fee of $10 is charged, and you must visit Registration and Records at one of our four campuses to request that credit be posted.