DSST (Dantes) Examinations

MSUM recognizes the DSST (Dantes) examination, which was originally designed for the military as a way to provide individuals an opportunity to obtain college level credit for what they have learned in nontraditional ways. Now available for civilian use, the DSST Test Control Officer (TCO) administers the exams on more than 560 military installations and official DSST test centers. The main users of the exams include adult education programs, U.S. Department of Defense, and two- and four-year colleges and universities.

In accordance with Minnesota State system policy, students must receive a minimum score on the examinations to qualify for possible awarding of credit and advanced placement, which is determined by the appropriate academic department on campus. If MSUM does not have an equivalent course, free elective credit may be awarded. Credit earned through DSST may not be used to satisfy residence-credit requirements for graduation.

Additional Information:
For more information on DSST exams and to locate a test center, go to www.getcollegecredit.com

Please contact the MSUM Registrar's Office at 218.477.2565 for more information on credit awarded for these tests.

***While every effort is made to keep this information up-to-date, scores and equivalencies may be subject to change. These are the tests, scores, equivalent courses, and goal areas that are current.