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Hello there,
So here's my question. How much should enrollment cost via TESC? I'd like to enroll but then knock out just about everything via CLEP/DSST/TECEP/etc. I'm looking at TESC's website and it mentioned a fee of $2,958.00 for non residents on a annual enrollment fee. Is this standard? I wouldn't figure I would even need to enroll because I don't plan on taking any standard classes (with the exception of a keystone class if required).
I was hoping I could just apply ($75.00), transfer all the credits CLEP/DSST/TECEP/etc and avoid the nearly $3,000 fee. I understand if there is no way around this, I'm just trying to weigh my options.
Cheers,
Kas
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If you plan to graduate from TESC then there is no way around those fees. When you apply ($75) they will evaluate all of your credits and give you an idea of what is needed to complete your degree. That is where this forum is valuable. The people here have first hand knowledge on what options are available to cover specific degree requirements.
In regard to the $3000 fee, I vaguely remember reading that it is possible to pay it with financial aid if you are enrolled in at least 6 credit hours. Maybe a TESC student or alum can chime in?
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Gaz Wrote:If you plan to graduate from TESC then there is no way around those fees. When you apply ($75) they will evaluate all of your credits and give you an idea of what is needed to complete your degree. That is where this forum is valuable. The people here have first hand knowledge on what options are available to cover specific degree requirements.
In regard to the $3000 fee, I vaguely remember reading that it is possible to pay it with financial aid if you are enrolled in at least 6 credit hours. Maybe a TESC student or alum can chime in?
I understand if it must be paid. I'm just trying to save as much money as possible with this 7000 mile move coming up.
Is it possible to CLEP/DSST as many classes as possible before enrolling so those credits will show up automatically, or do these credits need to be instantly given to the university upon taking the exam at a testing center?
Thanks for the feedback though, I really appreciate it.
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Kaskadian Wrote:Is it possible to CLEP/DSST as many classes as possible before enrolling so those credits will show up automatically, or do these credits need to be instantly given to the university upon taking the exam at a testing center?
The best strategy is to complete all the requirements for the degree you're seeking first. Knowing those requirements is where this forum is helpful. Once you feel you're close then apply, that is when you will get an evaluation. If you did your homework correctly, there should not be any surprises. Regardless, at this point you will know where you stand and can take it from there.
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