What are the best study guides for the CLEP exams?

Question

I want to take the CLEP courses but I am interested in finding the best study guides for them. I am looking for ones that are concise straight to the point and are most effective in explaining all the information you need. Also personal experience would be appreciated.

Answer 1

if you are actually taking particular courses (I did) I just borrowed the textbook from someone and got a few from the library.  Then, just kind of scanned them - you don't have to make an A - just get about 50% right - I actually clepped an entire year of courses (30 hours) which is the max possible, with very little effort!  Good luck!

Answer 2

I've taken 4 CLEP tests to date, and my two favorite resources were the REA books and InstantCert, which I used almost exclusively as my study materials. You can find the REA books on Amazon or at most large bookstores.  They cost around $25 and come with a CD of practice tests.  Make sure to read the reviews for the specific test you're taking, as some of the REA books are better than others.

InstantCert is an online study resource. They charge a $20 a month fee, but you have access the study questions for many different subjects. They also have an excellent forum where people give feedback and advice on specific CLEP tests.  If you're interested, here is a link, and coupon code "36438" will give you $5 off the first month.

http://www.instantcert.com/landing.html

Good luck on your CLEPs!