Credit for Prior Learning & Experience

If you’ve taken college classes before, you may be able to earn transfer credit for that work. Mid-State’s Credit for Prior Learning team can help you make the most of what you’ve already achieved.

Your courses may transfer if:

• They appear on an official college transcript.
• The course matches Mid-State’s content and rigor.
• You earned a grade of “C” or higher.

See What Transfers with Transferology

Transferology is a free online tool that helps you see how your completed (or planned) courses transfer to Mid-State. It’s a quick and easy way to find out which credits may count toward your degree.

How to use Transferology:

1. Go to the Transferology website.
2. Create an account with your email and password.
3. Select “Will My Courses Transfer?”
4. Search for your college and courses, then click “Search for Matches.”
5. You’ll see Mid-State course numbers next to any matching credits.

If your school or course isn’t listed, don’t worry—it may still transfer! You’ll just need an official evaluation.

Request a Credit Transfer Evaluation

The best way to confirm what transfers is through an official evaluation. Mid-State can review your past coursework once we receive your official college transcripts.

To request your official transcripts:

• Visit your previous college or university’s website for instructions.
• If sending an electronic copy, use cpl@mstc.edu.
• If mailing a paper copy, send it to:
  Attn: CPL
  Mid-State Technical College
  1001 Centerpoint Dr.
  Stevens Point, WI 54481

Have questions? Fill out our Credit for Prior Learning Request Form and a Mid-State representative will contact you to guide you through the process.

We’re here to help you get the credit you deserve—and move closer to your goals.

You’ve worked hard—and that experience can count! At Mid-State, you may be able to earn college credit for what you’ve learned through your job, volunteering, or other life experiences. Our Credit for Prior Learning team can help you turn that experience into real progress toward your degree.

This process includes a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)—a chance to “show what you know.” The type of assessment depends on the course, and each option is determined by Mid-State’s faculty.

Assessment Types and Fees

• Skill Demonstration – Show a hands-on skill to an instructor: $90
• Portfolio or Extended Response – Submit documents showing your mastery of course skills, or complete an extended-response exam: $90
• Challenge Exam – Take a multiple-choice test that’s automatically graded: $50
• Combination – Use a mix of these methods: $90

You can view the full list of courses with a work/life experience PLA to see which ones may fit your background.

Have questions or ready to start? Complete our Credit for Prior Learning Request Form, and a Mid-State representative will reach out to help you get started.

Your service matters—and it can move you closer to your degree. Mid-State honors the skills and knowledge you’ve gained through your military experience. You may be able to earn college credit for your training and service through our Credit for Prior Learning process.

We evaluate your experience based on:

• American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations, or
• Documented, verified learning that matches Mid-State’s course competencies

How It Works

Credit is awarded for proven learning that aligns with our courses. To get started:

1. Submit proof of completed initial and advanced training, and
2. Provide verification of at least one year of service

Next, submit your military transcript for evaluation. You’ll need to create an account to request your transcript.

Once received, our team will review your materials and let you know which credits can be applied toward your Mid-State program.

Ready to begin? Complete our Credit for Prior Learning Request Form to connect with a Mid-State representative.

Turn your professional experience into college credit! If you already hold an industry-recognized certification, state license, or digital badge, you may be closer to your degree than you think.

Mid-State’s Credit for Prior Learning services can evaluate your existing credentials to determine if they meet the competencies and rigor of our college courses.

What You’ll Need:

To have your credential evaluated, please provide:

• A verifiable copy of your certification, license, or badge
• An online link where your credential can be verified

Email your documents and verification link to cpl@mstc.edu.

If you’re enrolled in a Mid-State program, your credential will be evaluated against your program’s curriculum as soon as it’s received.

Ready to find out how your experience can count toward your degree? Complete our Credit for Prior Learning Request Form to get started.

Earn college credit for what you already know! Mid-State accepts several national exams that can count toward your associate degree or technical diploma. Taking one of these exams can help you save time and money while moving closer to graduation.

Qualifying Exams

You may be eligible to earn credit through:

• AP (Advanced Placement) exams
• CLEP (College-Level Examination Program) exams — free testing opportunities available*
• DSST exams
• GED exams

*Take a free CLEP prep course through Modern States, then use your voucher to take the CLEP test at a Mid-State testing center.

Get Started

Register for the exam that’s right for you:

• AP Exams
• CLEP Exams at Mid-State
• DSST Exams at Mid-State
• GED Exams at Mid-State

Want help deciding which exams could count toward your program? Complete our Credit for Prior Learning Request Form, and we’ll help you get started.