USILACS – HESEAP Credit Evaluation Program

HESEAP CREDIT EVALUATION PROGRAM

Convert Experiences and Training into College Credits!

🎓 Undergraduate First Step
All undergraduate students begin with the HESEAP Credit Evaluation before enrolling in a degree program.

Save Time

Skip Redundant Courses
Classroom Learning Credit (CLC) can reduce months—or years—of coursework.

Save Tuition

Tuition Waived per CLC
Only a small final exam fee applies for each CLC course.

Stay Rigorous

Academic Integrity
CLC is awarded only when outcomes match USILACS standards.

About HESEAP

Higher Education Skills Equivalency Accreditation Program

HESEAP is USILACS’ system for converting prior learning into real college credit. Through a formal academic evaluation, qualified students may earn Classroom Learning Credits toward their undergraduate degree—finishing faster and saving significantly on tuition.

The HESEAP application includes a non-refundable Committee Evaluation/Application Fee of $149.99. For each course awarded CLC, tuition is fully waived. Students only pay a small final exam fee to verify mastery and meet graduation requirements.

Our online structure supports an integrity-centered, family-respecting environment while maintaining rigorous academic standards.

Enrollment Path

Your Route to an Undergraduate Degree

Step 1
HESEAP Application (Required)

Complete the comprehensive application and open your academic review.

Begin Step 1

Step 2
Credit Evaluation

The Review Committee assesses your documentation and awards transfer and CLC credit where eligible.

Step 3
Degree Enrollment

Enroll with a clear plan showing remaining courses, exams, costs, and timeline.

How It Works

From Experience to Classroom Learning Credit

1) Pay the committee review fee
  • Submit the comprehensive HESEAP application and pay the non-refundable evaluation fee.
  • Be thorough; complete histories and documents support faster decisions.
2) Upload complete evidence
  • Provide transcripts, syllabi or catalogs, certificates, licenses, CECs, training records, military or volunteer documentation, and role descriptions.
  • Complete submissions enable faster, clearer decisions.
3) Academic review
  • The HESEAP Review Committee maps your evidence to official USILACS course learning outcomes.
  • Accredited transfer coursework is reviewed under the same academic standards.
4) CLC decision and final exams
  • When your verified learning meets or exceeds course outcomes, CLC is awarded and tuition is waived for those courses.
  • Each CLC course requires a comprehensive, open-book, timed final exam to validate mastery.

Important: HESEAP is a merit-based credit evaluation, not instruction. Students without sufficient prior learning—or who do not pass required final exams—will not receive CLC. Failed exams can be retaken.

Eligibility

Who Should Apply?

  • Applicants with prior college coursework or accredited transfer credit.
  • Graduates of professional training programs or industry certifications, including CECs.
  • Military, volunteer, or significant on-the-job experience aligned to course outcomes.
  • Self-directed learners with documented outcomes matching USILACS courses.

HESEAP is available for undergraduate programs. Graduate programs follow traditional evaluation standards.

What You’ll Need

Documentation Checklist

  • Transcripts (official/unofficial), course catalogs, or syllabi
  • Certificates, licenses, and training completion records
  • Military or volunteer service records
  • Detailed rĂ©sumĂ© or role descriptions (with dates/responsibilities)
  • Awards or portfolio artifacts that demonstrate outcomes

Academic Standards

What CLC Means and What It Changes

CLC stands for Classroom Learning Credits. CLC is awarded when current, verifiable knowledge and skills clearly meet or exceed the level and learning outcomes of a selected USILACS course. When CLC is granted for a course, it means:

No traditional coursework for that course. No chapters, multiple assignments, quizzes, or scheduled classes.
A comprehensive, open-book, timed final exam is required to validate mastery and meet graduation requirements. Failed exams can be retaken.
CLC students retain access to the same course content as non-CLC students and may review materials before the exam.

This competency-based approach preserves academic integrity while allowing qualified students to progress efficiently.

Tuition & Fees

Transparent Costs

Application: A non-refundable HESEAP Committee Evaluation/Application Fee of $149.99 is required to begin your review.

CLC courses: For each course awarded CLC, tuition is waived. A small final exam fee applies to verify mastery.

Typical decisions are made within 7 business days after a complete submission.

Payment plans: Flexible, fee-free plans are available for High School, Undergraduate, and Graduate programs.

Quick Start

Your Path to Enrollment and Credit Evaluation

1) Apply

Complete the comprehensive HESEAP application to open your review.

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2) Upload Docs

Provide transcripts, certificates, training records, and role descriptions. Thorough files speed decisions.

Tip: More detail leads to clearer results.

3) Decision & Plan

Receive your CLC decision and degree plan, then proceed to program enrollment.

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FAQs

Common Questions

Is HESEAP required before enrolling in a degree program?
Yes. All undergraduate students must first complete the HESEAP Credit Evaluation. The committee determines transfer and Classroom Learning Credits before degree enrollment.
Is there a HESEAP application fee?
Yes. There is a non-refundable HESEAP Committee Evaluation/Application Fee.
How long does a decision take?
Once your submission is complete and documents are clear, decisions are typically made within 7 business days.
Do I still have to take exams for CLC courses?
Yes. Each CLC course requires a comprehensive, open-book, timed final exam to confirm mastery. Failed exams can be retaken.
Can I review course materials before my CLC exam?
Yes. CLC students have access to the full course content, the same as non-CLC students, and may review materials prior to the exam.
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Ready to Begin?

Apply for HESEAP Credit Now

Submit your comprehensive application, upload evidence, and see how many courses you can waive with CLC.

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Timeline: We aim to respond within 7 business days after a complete submission.

Academic Integrity and Compliance
CLC is awarded only when prior learning clearly matches USILACS course outcomes. A comprehensive, open-book, timed final exam is required for each CLC course as part of graduation policy.