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[snazzlefrag]

How do you think that CLEP and DSST compare in difficulty? I am debating which of them I should take to get my; Accounting, Math, Sociology, and Marketing credits. Thanks!!

Misslynz,

Not all subjects are available in both DANTES and CLEP versions. For example, Intro to Sociology is available as a CLEP exam but it is not available as a DANTES. The same is true of Marketing.

I think both CLEP and DANTES have their pros and cons. I like that DANTES is untimed, but I hate that you have to wait two or three weeks for your results. On the other hand, I hate that the CLEP are timed, but I enjoy knowing my score instantly upon submitting my answers.

DANTES is $5 cheaper than CLEP.

You have to fill in a gazillion of those annoying little oval shaped bubbles with DANTES, but CLEP is entirely computer-based.

Personally, I think the questions are better thought out on the CLEPs. I often find at least a few questions on each DANTES that are strangely worded.

All in all, the decision rests with you. I have taken a whole bunch of CLEPs and a whole bunch of DANTES. I just choose which subject I want to study and go for it. Whether it is a CLEP or a DANTES really doesn't factor into my decision at this point.

Hope that helps,
Snazzlefrag