The DANTES Subject Standardized Test (DSST) is a nationally recognized testing program that gives you the opportunity to receive college credit for learning acquired outside the traditional college classroom. The program is administered year-round by colleges and universities throughout the United States. DSST offers over 30+ test titles in the areas of Social Science, Business, Mathematics, Applied Technology, Humanities, and Physical Science.

Accepted Tests

Northeast recognizes the following DSST:

Mathematics

Examination Title Minimum Score Required Credit Awarded NECC Course Satisfied
Fundamentals of College Algebra 400 3 credit hours MATH 1150
Principles of Statistics 400 3 credit hours MATH 2030

Business

Examination Title Minimum Score Required Credit Awarded NECC Course Satisfied
Organizational Behavior 400 2 credit hours BSAD 2510
Introduction to Business 400 3 credit hours BSAD 1050
Computing and Information Technology 400 3 credit hours INFO 1010
Introduction to Business 400 3 credit hours BSAD 1050
Personal Finance 400 3 credit hours ECON 1040
Business Mathematics 400 3 credit hours BSAD 1070
Principle of Finance 400 3 credit hours ACCT 1200

Social Science

Examination Title Minimum Score Required Credit Awarded NECC Course Satisfied
Introduction to Geography 400 3 credit hours GEOG 1020
Foundations of Education 400 3 credit hours EDUC 1010
Lifespan Development Psychology 400 3 credit hours PSYC 2200