How long does preparation for one CLEP take?

[jackzack87]

Hi everyone!

I'm new to the forum, and I want to take 2 CLEP's this term while juggling work and classes. I am frankly quite terrible at time management and organization so I know I need to work on that. But is it possible to study for two tests and pass it in a matter of 4 months? I am planning to use them to transfer to a US college (I'm Canadian) in January.

The two tests I am interested in taking are Freshman English Composition and French (Levels 1 and 2).

Will I need any other materials aside from the review guides? Are the tests based on a simple pass/fail marking scheme, and if not, is there any benefit to scoring a high mark on these tests from the point of view of your prospective college?

Thanks so much in advance! eeya:

It's impossible to give a time frame to a CLEP exam, considering all the variables. the one you have the most control over is that time management thing...if you can find X amount of time a day, and plug it in, well you're halfway there. I looked at my CLEPs like summer courses; 5-6 weeks of heavy lifting, take it, pass it and be done.
And French would depend heavily on your current knowledge of it. I don't think the languages are something you just study up for and take - it's better if you have some proficiency and sharpen your skills.