Prior Learning Credit allows students to earn academic credit for relevant college-level learning gained outside the traditional classroom. This may include professional experience, industry training, certifications, professional licensure, or other demonstrated knowledge that aligns with Albright College course outcomes.

No. Transfer credit is awarded for coursework completed at another college or university. Prior Learning Credit is awarded through a formal assessment of college-level learning gained through professional experience, training, certifications, licensure, or other experiential pathways.

Prior Learning Credit may be available for relevant professional experience, industry certifications, workplace training, professional licensure, continuing education, and other demonstrated college-level learning that aligns with approved course outcomes.

Students are encouraged to begin exploring Prior Learning Credit opportunities as early as the application process. Early planning helps ensure that eligible learning can be incorporated into a student's degree plan and may prevent students from completing coursework in areas where they already possess college-level knowledge and experience. Formal Prior Learning Credit evaluation can only occur after a student is actively enrolled in a School of Professional Studies program.

Undergraduate students may apply a combination of transfer credit and approved Prior Learning Credit toward up to 75% of degree requirements. Graduate students may apply a combination of transfer credit and approved Prior Learning Credit toward up to 25% of degree requirements. Credit limits are subject to institutional policies and degree requirements.

Students enroll in a Prior Learning Assessment course and submit documentation demonstrating college-level learning aligned with course outcomes. A Subject Matter Expert reviews the materials and may request additional information or an interview before making a recommendation regarding credit.

Yes. A $100 assessment fee is charged for each Prior Learning Assessment course.

Because Prior Learning Credit policies vary among institutions, credit awarded by Albright College may not be accepted elsewhere. Similarly, Prior Learning Credit awarded by another institution is not automatically accepted by Albright College. All credit remains subject to institutional review and approval.