Credit By Exam
What is Credit-by-Exam (CBE)?
Credit-by-Exam (CBE) is a testing program offered by East Central ISD for enrolled students in 1st-12th grades. There are two reasons for administering CBE testing. First, a student may accelerate instruction or test out or “skip” a grade level or course without having had prior instruction. Second, a student may recover credit for a course or grade level if the student has had prior instruction and failed.
Limitations of CBE
Credit by Exam is not to be used to validate home school instruction or instruction for a non-credited private or public school. Course validation is administered at the campus level and not through Credit-by-Exam.
Counselor Guidance
Students should consult with their school counselor before registering for a CBE to determine the best path forward.
Questions?
Call Darla Clark, Coordinator of Assessments, at 210-634-6140.
Testing Windows & Registration
East Central ISD offers CBE opportunities at least four times each school year. Registration is required at least three weeks in advance so that exams can be ordered and received in time. The registration form is available online, through your school counselor, or by contacting the district assessment office.
| Testing Week | Registration Deadline |
|---|---|
| July 28-August 1, 2025 | July 11, 2025 |
| November 17-21, 2025 | October 24, 2025 |
| January 26-30, 2026 | December 19, 2025 |
| June 1-4, 2026 | May 9, 2026 |
| July 27-31, 2026 | July 3, 2026 |
Passing Requirements
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With prior instruction: students must score 70% or higher to receive credit.
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Without prior instruction: students must score 80% or higher on each required exam.
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Students may only attempt the same exam twice, and cannot take it more than once in the same testing window.
Testing Details
Each exam takes approximately three hours to complete. For high school students, passing grades will appear on the transcript; however, these grades do not count toward GPA or class rank.