Natural Sciences CLEP

Number of Questions:120
Time Limit:90 minutes
ACE Recommended Passing Score:50
Cost:$95.00 + testing center fee
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Personal Thoughts
Yikes—another six-credit CLEP exam with all the fun (and pressure) that comes with it! Like the other six-credit options, the Natural Sciences CLEP covers the kind of material you'd usually encounter over two full semesters. That means the exam is extremely broad in scope but doesn’t go too deep into any one topic.
This exam combines content from multiple scientific disciplines, including biology, chemistry, physics, and earth science. Because of that, no single study guide can possibly prepare you for every question that might come up. If you found the Biology CLEP tough to study for, just imagine throwing in the Chemistry CLEP material too. Starting to feel overwhelmed? You’re not alone.
Rather than trying to cover every last detail, the best approach is to study smart. Target the high-yield concepts—those that are most likely to appear on the exam—across the major scientific areas. This strategy keeps your review focused and manageable.
It’s also important to note that the Natural Sciences CLEP has 120 questions, and different versions of the test exist. That means one person’s experience might not exactly match another’s. However, there’s a general consensus on the key topics that appear frequently.
One solid strategy I recommend is to take the Biology CLEP before attempting this one. It’s a more in-depth exam, but the effort pays off—because a significant portion of the Natural Sciences CLEP overlaps with biology content. By tackling Biology first, you're laying a strong foundation that will serve you well on this broader exam.
In short, don’t try to master everything. Focus your energy on the major concepts across the sciences, build off what you already know, and go in prepared to handle a wide range of topics. You’ve got this!
Free Study Guide
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Foundations of Science
Biological Sciences
Cells, Genetics, and Bioenergetics
Structure and Function of Living Systems
Genetics and Heredity
Ecology and Population Biology
Chemistry of Matter
Chemical Reactions and Bonding
Energy, Thermodynamics, and States of Matter
Motion, Forces, and Relativity
Electricity, Magnetism, Waves, Light, and Sound
Astronomy and Earth Science
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