Download the Prior Learning Assessment Brochure.

The University of Wisconsin-Superior assesses prior learning in four distinct areas: 

Credit for Learning Through Experience

Credit for learning through experience may be awarded through the process of portfolio development (download the Portfolio Development Flyer). Portfolio development is a comprehensive process designed for those who wish to receive credit for prior learning.  The portfolio process requires presentation of evidence supporting a claim that, through life experiences, the student has mastered learning outcomes equivalent to those for a particular course. Download the Course Manual for Portfolio Development.

Prior Credit/Learning

Transferring Credit From a University, Technical College, Community College or Tribal College

An admissions counselor will work with you to transfer as many of your credits as possible from other universities.

UW-Superior has articulation agreements with many community, vocational and tribal colleges to make it easy for you to transfer course credits to our university. 

Credit for Noncredit Training

Students seeking award of credit for a noncredit program must first determine whether the program has been assessed through the College Credit Recommendation Service of the American Council on Education.  Consult the "National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs" and then provide documentation of program completion to the Coordinator of Assessment for Prior Learning.

Examinations for Credit (CLEP or DANTES)

Students at UW-Superior may receive college credit for passing scores on certain exams offered by the College Level Examination Programs (CLEP), the Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES), and for challenge exams offered in some departments.

Credit for Military Service

If you have served in the military for two years or more, you will receive six elective credits. You must submit a copy of your DD-214. If you have taken any additional coursework in the military, you may be able to acquire additional credit. Official transcripts should be included at the time of application.