Policy 5.6.1.2 (Advanced Standing Credit)

Khalifa University may award advanced standing credit for certain academic work completed prior to enrollment at the University.

This includes sufficiently high scores on some national/international secondary school examinations such as the College Board Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), and Advance “A” Level GCE (General Certificate of Education). This may make it possible for a student to complete the Bachelor’s degree in less than the normal duration or take other courses.

Advanced Standing Credit may only be granted after the student has been fully admitted as a freshman to Khalifa University. All students who would like to be considered for advanced standing credit must complete the Advanced Standing Credit Evaluation form at the Office of Admissions and provide either the original score certificate or an official copy from the appropriate examining agency. Each student will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. All students must submit their request for advanced standing credit evaluations within the first semester of their freshman year at Khalifa University. Credits earned through "Advanced Standing" are considered "transfer credits" (non-residence credits) for degree requirement purposes.