Testing Out

Chelsea will administer “testing-out” 2 times a year:

Students may choose to "Test Out" of any course by demonstrating a grade mastery of not less than C+ on the course comprehensive final exam or if there is no final exam, by exhibiting mastery through the basic assessment used in the course which may consist of a portfolio, performance, paper, project, or presentation. Credit earned for "Testing Out" will be recorded as a "P" pass.

"Testing Out" opportunities are offered in the fall, and spring. Students must make their "Testing Out" requests bySeptember and March, for respective test dates. Students planning to apply to "Test Out" must meet with their counselors well in advance of the application deadlines to be fully informed of application procedures and to complete the application process prior to the deadline. 

November 2025 & May 2026

Testing Window for November:

Request to “test-out” form due: September 12 by 3:00 pm
Testing Out Materials (syllabus and book): September 19
Testing Day: November 10-11
Results Mailed: November 24
 

Testing Window for May:

Request to “test-out” form due: March 13 by 3:00 pm
Testing Out Materials (syllabus and book): March 20
Testing Day: May 11-12
Results Mailed: May 26

Request an appointment with your counselor for more information. 

**Forms submitted after deadline date will not be accepted.