ICS CREDIT BY EXAMS
ICS 31: Introduction to Programming
ICS 45C: Programming in C/C++ as a Second Language
ICS 45J: Java as a Second Language
ICS Credit by Exam Presentation
Summer 2023 Credit by Exam Dates:
To Be Announced
Click the following: Register for the ICS Credit By ExamWhy take this exam?
Demonstrate understanding of course material.
Many admitted students have taken an equivalent course, but the course may not be officially articulated on Assist.org.
- Students have substantial experience in the programming language and can demonstrate proficiency.
There is no academic penalty if you do not do well on the exam.
- You will be given the option to accept or deny your grade.
- If you accept the grade, it will show up on your transcript.
- Students may not take the ICS Credit by Exam to replace a grade they previously earned by taking the course
How many times can I take this exam?
You may only take this exam once.
Re-takes and exceptions are not granted.
- You can only take one exam per session. No exceptions.
What is the exam format?
The ICS exams are a two-hour online exam.
- You will have 24 hours to access the exam once the exam link is sent to you via email.
- You must access the exam using your UCInetID and password.
It is not open book or open note.
We adhere to strict academic honesty guidelines. Incidents of cheating will be reported to the campus.
Who is eligible to can take the credit by exam?
This summer, only new ICS and CSE majors may take these exams from June 14 - August 5, 2022.
All other new students and continuing students may take these exams on August 10 and August 31.
Is there an exam fee?
- Yes, there is a $5 fee per examination
- You can pay through the registration link
Click the following: Register for the ICS Credit By ExamIdeally, we would like you to take your exams at least 1 week before your orientation date. This ensures that we have received your exam scores and updated our files. If you cannot take an exam this far ahead, you may take the exam after your orientation date and update your schedule accordingly.
Prior to registering, make sure you have read and understand the information on this page.
Once you sign up for the examination, the UCI Testing Center will contact you with the exam link. You will have a 24 hour period to access the exam and once you begin the exam you will have a 2 hour consecutive window to complete it. Expect to see this email 1-2 days before the test date.
Note: multiple exams cannot be taken on the same date.
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