Requesting a Prior Learning Assessment

For prior learning that does not have a formal exam score, transcript or credential – or has not already been evaluated by URI – students can request a formal assessment of their college-level prior learning through a Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) conducted by a URI faculty member.

Through enrollment in a one-credit asynchronous online course – PLA 100: Portfolio Development, students will be guided in writing a formalized portfolio summarizing their learning that has occurred outside of the traditional academic environment and how they have demonstrated mastery of a specific course’s learning outcomes of which they are seeking college credit.

A faculty member will then review your portfolio and determine if your prior learning meets the learning outcomes for a specific course in your degree plan. If learning has been documented and mastery is shown, college credit may be awarded.

Fees Involved:

Cost of PLA 100: In-State – $610 | Out-of-State – $1,451 

Portfolio Assessment Fee: $30 per credit (e.g. $90 for a 3-credit course)

There is no fee to post earned credit to a transcript.

*PLA fees are not covered by financial aid.

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