The courses are designed to prepare students for the major “Advanced Placement” (AP)* or “College Level Examination Program” (CLEP)* tests offered by the College Board, including subjects such as History, Computer Science, Math, English and Economics.

Modern States has given edX the money to complete the development of more than 30 high quality freshman college courses, taught by some of the world’s leading universities and professors. Each course includes online lectures, quizzes, tests, and other features. Textbooks and materials will also be provided online, free of charge.

According to the College Board, more than 2,000 traditional colleges and universities already offer credit to students who pass AP and CLEP tests.

Modern States’ initial program, Freshman Year for Free™, is intended to let students earn up to one year of college credit without tuition or textbook expense.

This is the first time there have been courses taught by top quality college professors for CLEP subjects. Also, Modern States is paying the $87 test fee and scheduling fee for the first 10,000 students who complete all coursework and take an exam.

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