Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) Exam
PLEASE NOTE:
If you plan on utilizing the testing center on Saturdays* or after 6 p.m. on weeknights, testing fees must be paid by credit card, money order or check.
*Saturday testing is available only in D-108 on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus.
The Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) exam is a nationally-recognized credit-by-examination program. With a DANTES exam, students can:
- Prove their competency in various college-level course materials
- Earn college credit without taking a course (if the exam is passed)
DANTES exams were originally designed for military veterans and reservists, but civilians and adult students can take them as well. Students can take DANTES exams for:
- Business
- Physical Science
- Humanities
- Social Science
- Applied Technology
DANTES Exam Scoring Guide
(Effective June 29, 2009) |
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| Examination | Score | Credit Hours | Course Equivalent |
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| Art of the Western World |
48 |
3 |
ARH 1000: Art Appreciation |
| Astronomy |
48 |
3 |
AST 1002: Introduction to Astronomy |
| Business Law II |
44 |
3 |
BUL 2242: Business Law II |
| Business Math |
48 |
3 |
QMB 1001: Business Math |
| Criminal Justice |
49/400* |
3 |
CCJ 1020: Introduction to Criminal Justice |
| Ethics in America |
46/400* |
3 |
PHI 1630: Contemporary Ethical Problems |
| Foundation of Education |
46 |
3 |
EDP 2002: Introduction to Educational Psychology |
| Fundamentals of College Algebra |
47/400* |
3 |
MAC 1105: College Algebra |
| General Anthropology |
47 |
3 |
ANT 2000: General Anthropology |
| Here's to Your Health |
48/400* |
3 |
HSC 1100: Personal and Community Health |
| Human Resource Management |
46 |
3 |
MAN 2300: Human Resources Management |
| Human Cultural Geography |
48 |
3 |
GEO 1400: Introduction to Human Geology |
| Introduction to Business |
46 |
3 |
GEB 1101: Introduction to Business |
| Introduction to Computing |
45/400* |
3 |
CGS 1060C: Basic Computer Concepts |
| Introduction to Law Enforcement |
45 |
3 |
CJE 1000: Introduction to Law Enforcement |
| Introduction to World Religions |
48/400* |
3 |
REL 2300: Religions of the World |
| Lifespan Developmental Psychology |
46 |
3 |
DEP 2004: Developmental Psychology |
| Organizational Behavior Psychology |
48 |
3 |
INP 2002: Introduction to Industrial Psychology |
| Personal Finance |
46/400* |
3 |
FIN 2100: Personal Finance |
| Physical Geology |
46 |
3 |
GLY 1000: Introduction to Geology |
| Principles of Financial Accounting |
47 |
3 |
ACG 1001: Introduction to Accounting |
| Principles of Public Speaking |
47 |
3 |
SPC 1600/SPC 1608 (effective Fall 2009): Introduction to Oral Communication |
| Principles of Statistics |
48/400* |
3 |
STA 2014: Statistics |
| Technical Writing |
46 |
3 |
ENC 1210: Technical Writing |
*Bolded, three-digit numbers indicate score requirements for a newer version of the exam.
Where can I take a DANTES exam?
Seminole State is a national DANTES testing center. You can take the exam at the Assessment and Testing Center.
How can I ensure that Seminole State receives my DANTES test scores?
You are responsible for ensuring that Seminole State has your DANTES records.
- If you are a veteran, contact Veterans Affairs (VA).
- Contact the facility where you took the test(s); they may be able to help you.
- Call the Admissions Department at 407.708.2050; they may be able to tell you whom to contact to get your DANTES records.
- Contact the Assessment and Testing Center at 407.708.2020.
Is There a Fee to Take the DANTES Exam?
Yes. Current fees are:
- Exam fee: $80*
- Seminole State registration fee: $15*
* Prices are subject to change.
When Can I Take the Test?
Please click your preferred testing site for exam hours:
How Can I Learn More About the DANTES Exam?
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