For Traditional First-Year Students

Incoming students who have taken Advanced Placement (AP) examinations, College Level Examination Program (CLEP) examinations, International Baccalaureate examinations (IB), or any college level courses prior to enrolling at Carlow University, must submit their exam scores and/or official college transcripts, to the Admissions Office in a timely manner to assure proper credit evaluation and course registration.

Please note that all incoming students entering Carlow, regardless of their credit history, may be required to complete the University’s placement tests, which are the primary factor in determining the course of study during the first year.

For Transfer Students

Advanced standing evaluation determines whether or not incoming transfer students must complete the University’s placement tests prior to enrollment. Placement tests serve as the primary factor in determining which skills or core classes students will complete once enrolled. Workshops for Adults Returning to College are offered by the Center for Academic Achievement at Carlow University.

See Transfer Students for more information. The Credit for Prior Learning page provides guidelines indicating the University’s policies regarding transfer credit.