Experiential Learning

Experiential learning allows students to receive college credit for equivalent educational experiences acquired through earlier schooling situations, work/on-the-job training or life experiences. Upon enrolling in Ranger College, a student may petition for a review of their experiential learning experiences.

Experiential learning credits may be earned through a portfolio assessment:

• Through enrollment in an existing section of a course (after consultation with the instructor) and development of an individualized plan for participation and testing based on the instructor's evaluation of skill and experience levels (Departmental Exam).
• Through recommendations of the College Credit Recommendation Service of the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning (CAEL).

Offered via DigiTex and CAEL/LearningCounts, “Developing Your Portfolio for College Credit” is a selfpaced course that guides students step-by-step through the preparation and compilation of components required for prior learning assessment portfolio evaluation through LearningCounts.org. After completing the course and their portfolio, students submit their portfolio for assessment by CAEL trained faculty assessors with the appropriate subject matter expertise (additional cost for portfolio assessment). The number of equivalent credits awarded may not exceed 25% of the total number of credits required for the specific degree or certificate. No graduation, residency, degree or certificate program requirements will be waived as a result of credits earned through this process.

View the Credit by Examination Policy View the CE to Credit Policy