Credit for Prior Learning
Getting Started
DARS/Transfer Office
West Campus 2240
3300 Century Avenue North
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
CreditForPriorLearning@century.edu
(651)779-3908
Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to
individuals with disabilities by calling 651.779.3354 or 1.800.288.1978 x 3354
Getting Started Form
You may be able to earn college credit for what you have learned from work and life experiences. This is called Credit for Prior Learning.
Credit for Prior Learning is available to students who have been admitted to Century College and plan to complete a degree, diploma or
certificate at the College.
Please fill out this form completely and attach your current resume.
Name
Student ID/
StarID
Major(s)
Phone
Number Email
Educational Experiences and College Credits
Have you submitted all prior college and university transcripts, including any Military transcripts?
Not Applicable Yes No Other___________________________________________________________________
Have you submitted all score reports from standardized exams such as Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB),
DANTES Subject Standardized Test (DSST), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), etc?
Not Applicable Yes No Other___________________________________________________________________
If you completed Articulated College Credit or Northeast Metro 916 credits (sometimes known as Career and Technical Education (CTE))
during high school, have you submitted all transcripts and certificates?
Not Applicable Yes No Other___________________________________________________________________
*If you are not certain if you completed Articulated College Credit please contact your high school.
Do you have any non-traditional educational experiences for which you would like to explore receiving credit? (Please explain or leave
blank if not applicable)
Credit for Prior Learning
Getting Started
DARS/Transfer Office
West Campus 2240
3300 Century Avenue North
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
CreditForPriorLearning@century.edu
(651)779-3908
Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator. This document can be available in alternative formats to
individuals with disabilities by calling 651.779.3354 or 1.800.288.1978 x 3354
Professional Experiences
Do you have any professional certifications or licenses for which you would like to explore receiving credit? (Please explain or leave
blank if not applicable)
Do you have any work experiences or professional trainings for which you would like to explore receiving credit? (Please explain or
leave blank if not applicable)
Credit by Exam
Are there any courses in your major that you would like to explore the possibility of taking an exam in order to receive credit? You can
review the courses required for your major at: www.century.edu/academics/programs-degrees
Other Information
Is there any other information you would like to provide regarding your learning experiences such as, relevant volunteer activities,
hobbies, language skills, independent studies, etc?
Please return this form along with your resume to 2240 (West) Transfer Student Services/DARS Office
or email to CreditForPriorLearning@century.edu
This form is for informational and advising purposes only and does not guarantee
credit for prior learning will be applied to a students academic record.
Revised 4/24/2018