What Are DSST Exams?

DSST Exams

If you have knowledge in a subject outside of a traditional classroom, you can earn college credit through DSST exams or DANTES Subject Standardized Tests.

Over 1,200 schools accept DSST exams for college credit, making it an excellent way to save time and money on your college education.

DSST exams are comparable to final undergraduate college course exams, and passing these exams enables students to gain college credit that can be applied to meet their degree requirements.

Each exam is worth three college credits and is typically applied toward lower division requirements.

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DSST Exam List and Categories

DSST Categories

With 38 exams that fall under six subject categories, including Physical Science, Technology, Humanities, Business, Mathematics, and Social Science, there is a DSST exam for everyone.

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Business

• Business Ethics and Society 

• Business Mathematics

• Computing and Information Technology  

• Human Resource Management 

• Introduction to Business 

• Management Information Systems 

• Money and Banking 

• Organizational Behavior 

• Personal Finance 

• Principles of Finance 

•  Principles of Supervision

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Humanities

• Ethics in America 

• Introduction to World Religions 

• Principles of Public Speaking 

• Principles of Advanced English Composition  
  

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Mathematics

• Fundamentals of College Algebra

• Principles of Statistics

• Math for Liberal Arts
  

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Physical Sciences

• Astronomy 

• Environmental Science  

• Health and Human Development 

• Introduction to Geology 
  

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Social Sciences

• A History of the Vietnam War 

• Art of the Western World 

• Criminal Justice 

• Foundations of Education 

• Fundamentals of Counseling 

• General Anthropology 

• History of the Soviet Union 

• Introduction to Geography 

• Introduction to Law Enforcement 

• Lifespan Developmental Psychology 

• Substance Abuse 

• The Civil War and Reconstruction 
  

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Technology

• Ethics in Technology 

• Fundamentals of Cybersecurity 

• Technical Writing 
  

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The Details

DSST Prometric Exams

Prometric administers Internet-based versions of DSST exams under contract with the Department of Defense (for military personnel) or on a fee basis (for civilians).

DSST exams offer a choice of formats, including internet or paper-based, and are available at authorized testing centers.

For a nominal fee, you can take your DSST exam at a physical Prometric test center or online remotely.

Some colleges and universities administer DSST tests at their test centers.

Currently, Prometric charges a $100.00 test fee to take the exam.

However, military members can take their first exam for free.

Test takers are given 2 hours to complete the 100-question exam.

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Conclusion

Final Thoughts

DSST exams are an excellent way to earn college credit for knowledge acquired outside a traditional classroom.

You can succeed on your DSST exam and earn college credit with the proper preparation.

You're in the perfect spot if you're seeking resources to prepare for DSST exams.

We provide an extensive library of DSST materials to aid you in passing.

Consider taking our free DSST student orientation course or trying a complimentary DSST practice exam to determine if DSST exams are a good fit for you.

Please contact us if you need any assistance.

Good luck with your DSST exams!