Technical Advanced Placement - Midlands Technical College

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FAQ: TAP Exams

Who can take TAP exams?
Two groups of people: A) High school students who have taken high school courses that cover the same material as courses offered at Midlands Technical College and B) MTC students who wish to exempt a course from the exam list.
What does it cost?
Nothing! It is free.
What kind of credit is given?
Exemption credit. This type of credit may be used at MTC to fulfill course requirements but will not affect the GPA.
Do TAP exam credits transfer to other colleges?
No! TAP exam exemption credit is designed strictly for future and current MTC students. You should not use this method for earning credit if you are planning to transfer to a four-year institution or other college.
Are there other exams accepted at MTC that receive exemption credits?
Yes. AP, CLEP, and DANTES are nationally recognized exams that are also awarded exemption credit. MTC is a testing site for CLEP and DANTES exams.
When can I take TAP exams and where?
Review the TAP Procedures or simply click on the Procedures tab above.
How do I sign up for a TAP exam?
Complete the online Registration form.
Do TAP exemption credits get added to my MTC record automatically?
No. Nothing gets added to your official record until you indicate that you want the credit. Contact samsons@midlandstech.edu or call the Student Academic Credentialing office at 790-7560. You don’t have to accept the credit. If you prefer, you can choose to ignore the exemption credit and take the course.
How can I use TAP Exam credit when I get to MTC?
Talk with your MTC advisor about how the credits you have earned can fit into your chosen program. Most TAP exams can be used for general elective credit even if they are not part of your specific program.
Can I take a TAP exam more than once?
No. Each TAP exam may only be taken once. If you fail the exam, and the course is part of your program, you will need to take the course for credit.
Do I have to apply to MTC before I take a TAP exam?
No. High school students who have not yet applied may take the exams.
What steps do I take if I already know that I want to attend MTC?
Apply to the college.
Are there restrictions on how old my TAP exemption credits can be in order to use them at MTC?
Not usually. Check with your advisor or department chair to find out if the credits will count toward graduation.
How do I get more information about TAP exams?
Email: samsons@midlandstech.edu or call the Student Academic Credentialing office at 790-7560.

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