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Credit by Exams (CBE) - Texas Tech K-12

 

Texas Tech K-12 offers over 150 Credit by Exams (CBEs) designed to assess a student’s mastery of a subject according to Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). These exams are ideal for:

  • Making up a failed credit.
  • Testing out of a subject a student has already mastered.

Key Policies

Two Attempts Only: Per Texas law, students can attempt the same CBE only twice. After that, they must take the full course.

Two Versions: Each CBE has a Set A and a Set B.

  • Take Set A first.
  • If unsuccessful, enroll in Set B for the second attempt.
  • Do not enroll in the same version twice.

Important: CBEs are non-refundable and cannot be extended. If the exam expires without being taken, students must purchase a new CBE or enroll in the full course.

How to Enroll in a Credit by Exam

  1. Talk with Your Adviser


    Full-Time Texas Tech K-12 Students: Speak with your academic adviser to discuss and approve your CBE options.

    Non-Full-Time Students: Obtain approval from your school counselor to ensure credit will be awarded.

    Note: Without approval, schools may not grant credit for the exam.
  2. Prepare for the Exam


    Download the CBE Review Sheet to understand exam content, study tips and additional materials needed.

  3. Enroll in the Exam


    Enroll online, through your adviser or by mail/fax.

  4. Take the Exam


    Students have six months from enrollment to take the exam.

    No extensions, refunds or transfers are allowed.

  5. Receive Credit


    Without Prior Instruction: A score of 80% or higher is required for credit.

    With Prior Instruction: A score of 70% or higher is required for credit.

Preparing for Online Proctoring

All CBEs use Proctorio for remote proctoring, allowing students to take exams at their convenience.

Learn more about setup and requirements: Online Proctoring

Costs

  • CBE Fee: $65
  • Online Proctoring Fee: $15
  • Total: $80
    Note: All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Additional Information

All CBEs are approved for both remediation and acceleration.

Texas Tech K-12 CBEs meet the Texas Administrative Code §74.24 requirements.

For more details on exam policies and alignment:

Texas Tech K-12 is here to help you achieve your academic goals with confidence and flexibility!

Questions

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