Alternative Ways to Earn College Credits: Businesses That Help

by Donna Schmidtt

The fact of the matter is that college students of all ages and economic backgrounds are looking for ways to save money on college. The internet has become a integral part in that process. Examinations are also a huge part in this. Those in the know take advantage of those exams. I am referring to either CLEP, SAT or AP examinations. Preparation for these exams is offered by many companies, but I want to discuss one, Urbane Academics.

Urbane Academics offers online and in home tutoring (New York) and test preparation services particularly for SAT, AP and CLEP exams. This is a great way for high school students, new and old college students , and adult or alternative learners to earn credit. The only problem with these programs is that many people have poor study skills. This is where Urbane Academics comes in. They can help you with your study skills and assist you with test taking strategies. The best thing about their services is that you have an actual instructor for all courses. When I did research for this article, they were the only company who offered an instructor with all courses. Now, don’t get me wrong, I did come across some really good services, but none of them offered the service of having someone else grade your math work, or fix the conjunctions in your sentences, or even explain what mitosis is in layman’s terms.

In terms of affordability, especially with the instructor, the cost is minimal. There are two options to choose from. If you choose quick prep, you can be tutored online, using your instant messenger. You also have the option of enrolling in one of their regular courses. The CLEP Introductory Psychology course is $199.00, if you were comparing this cost to taking an actual course in a community college you would still be saving about $200.00. You don’t have to buy any books, and all activities can be completed online. The SAT and Advanced Placement courses are incredibly cost effective, at 549.00 for the online Full SAT course and 299.00 for the Advanced Placement prep, in comparison to other online prep companies such as Kaplan or Princeton review, you save about $500.00. For the quality and price Urbane Academics is worth its weight in gold.

Contact Urbane Academics at:

www.urbaneacademics.com,

info@urbaneacademics.com,

888.533.5924

About the Author

Donna Schmidtt is a freelance writer and a teacher. She currently an adult educator. She teaches GED and alternative ways to earn college credits in New York.