Requests to take proficiency exams are made through the appropriate academic Dean. Students may be excused from taking courses or may qualify for enrollment in advanced courses by demonstrating proficiency in the subject matter through proficiency examinations administered by the department in which proof of proficiency is sought. No credit is given for the successful completion of a proficiency test, but it does permit a student to be exempt from a requirement. However, there is no reduction in the total number of credits needed for graduation.